Escalating clashes and mobilization reported in Taiz and western fronts

Heavy clashes and artillery exchanges were reported around Taiz and across western fronts as Houthi forces launched renewed pushes against government positions. Yemeni Armed Forces stated they conducted numerous precision strikes and targeting operations against Houthi military assets, personnel, and equipment across multiple fronts, including Sa'ada and the Bab al-Mandab area. Separate ballistic missile strikes hit residential areas in Al-Turbah.

In response to the escalation, the Yemeni government announced a general mobilization, with leadership meetings held in Aden and Taiz to organize military readiness, manpower, and institutional frameworks. Local authorities and international observers noted expanding military activity, drone strikes, and wide-scale troop movements as fighting intensified.