Military tensions escalate in Yemen amid Houthi advances along western coast

⚔ Yemeni army launches operations around Mokha

🚢 Houthis claim control of Mokha and say navigation remains safe

🛑 Houthis say clashes have stopped and navigation remains safe

📍 Local media report Houthis seized Zuqar Island near Bab al-Mandab, but claim remains unconfirmed