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Houthi fighters escort a convoy carrying prisoners freed in Mokha through the Bani Matar district on its way to Sana'a, 12 September 2026

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Video. Houthis capture more Red Sea islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb

Updated: 14/09/2026 - 13:01 GMT+2

The Hanish archipelago fell after hundreds of government-allied forces withdrew, adding to Houthi control of Mokha and Perim Island. More than 80,000 people have been displaced in two weeks of fighting, as the internationally recognised government vows to regroup.

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