Event Brief
UPDATED Oct 5, 2026 at 5:08 PM ET
Oct 4, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
Yemeni military begins offensive against Houthis
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Yemen's military, backed by Saudi jets, attacked Houthi targets, including in the Houthi-held capital, Sanaa, on October 5, 2026, as it began a counteroffensive to recapture territory. The military said it carried out more than 1,000 strikes, while the Saudi-led coalition said 100 warplanes flew sorties at dawn.
WHO: Yemeni military, backed by the Saudi-led coalition
WHAT: Yemen's military began a counteroffensive against Houthi-held territory, striking targets including in Sanaa.
WHEN: Oct 5, 2026
WHERE: Sanaa, Yemen
WHY: To recapture territory held by the Houthis following the group's recent gains.
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