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Saudi-led coalition reports heavy fighting with Houthis in southwestern Yemen
21 October 2026 10:59 BST
The Saudi-led coalition says its forces are battling the Houthis in Kahboub, in southwestern Yemen.
A coalition spokesperson said troops were trying to repel a large-scale attack as Houthi bombardment intensified. Coalition and Yemeni forces are providing “intensive air cover” as clashes continue, the spokesperson added.
The spokesperson described the situation as “very dangerous”.