Houthi Forces Strike Mocha in New Red Sea Escalation

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed via Telegram that the strikes were aimed at Saudi troop concentrations and regional weapons storage facilities. The group’s media outlet, Al Masirah TV, broadcast footage of the launch sequence, underscoring the scale of the coordinated assault on the coastal city.

Local military units countered the offensive by intercepting several incoming drones. Despite these defensive measures, the Yemeni military warned that the barrage placed residential sectors in immediate danger. The escalation highlights the ongoing instability surrounding the port, a critical chokepoint for regional maritime activity and a persistent target in the broader conflict.