Joint Forces Secure Strategic Positions in Lahj Following Clashes with Houthi Militia

Joint forces in Yemen achieved significant territorial gains on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, by recapturing strategic positions in the Maqatara front of Lahj Governorate following intense combat operations against Houthi militia forces.

Field sources confirmed that units from the First Division (Dera Al-Watan), the Fourth Brigade (Hazm), and the First Brigade (National Resistance Commandos) successfully seized control of the strategic Al-Nasira Mountain and Al-Mamdar sites located in the Al-Sawalha region. The operation resulted in substantial casualties and equipment losses for the Houthi militia.

The liberation of these positions carries significant strategic importance for regional security. Military analysts note that controlling these heights enhances the defensive posture of the Al-Subaiha and Tur Al-Baha districts, while also strengthening the security perimeter along the eastern sector of Kahboub.