After a rapid consolidation phase, Ansarullah resumed their attack towards the southern coast, occupying the center of Madariba Ash Shat district and advancing towards Jabal Hamadin, bypassing Jabal Al Misas.
Houthi forces are now trying to advance to Al Fasia, Jabal Am Hissan, Sufaida, Jabal Haraz and the coastal town of Khamur Al Umira. If he succeeds in taking control of these settlements, pro-government forces in the Bab al-Mandav area will be physically surrounded.