In Yemen, the Houthis took control of the coastal city of Al Makha.

According to Yemeni official sources, after taking control of al-Mukha, the Houthis now moved closer to the important strategic crossing of Bab al-Mandab.

On the other hand, the convoy of Yemeni Defense Minister Tahir al-Uqaili was attacked and taken hostage.

According to Russian media, Yemeni Defense Minister Al-Saleh was on a visit to the governorate where his convoy was attacked.

Russian media say that a bodyguard of the Minister of Defense has been taken prisoner, while there are also reports that the Minister of Defense is under siege.