The Houthi Rebels Just Launched a Major Ground Campaign…And It Backfired Immediately.
The Houthi Rebels Just Launched a Major Ground Campaign…And It Backfired Immediately.  
Podcast: Warfronts
Published On: Wed Sep 09 2026
Description: Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a major ground offensive toward Taiz and the strategic Red Sea coastline, but Saudi-backed Yemeni forces responded with a swift, coordinated counterattack from multiple directions. With over 500 fighters killed and oil prices nearing $100 per barrel, both sides believe this battle could decide Yemen's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices