Yemen's armed forces have secured large areas in the Dubab province along the strategic Bab al-Mandab strait following intense clashes with the Saudi-backed Giant Brigades and National Guard forces, sources on the ground told al-Mayadeen.
The development coincided with YAF advances in Mudharaba and Ras al-Ara in western Lahij Governorate.
According to the sources, the forces of the giant battalions retreated towards Aden during the last hours following the collapse of their fortifications and reinforcement lines.