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8 Sept 2026, 19:10

On Tuesday, September 8, Yemeni government forces announced that they had captured a senior Houthi commander during a clash in Taiz province.

Military sources identified this Houthi commander as Abu Ali al-Ajni, the head of the intelligence and reconnaissance organization of Ansar Allah, who was captured during heavy fighting in Taiz in southwestern Yemen.

This important Houthi figure, who does not hold a position in the Houthi leadership despite his military rank, was detained along with nine others.

Heavy clashes in Taiz have been ongoing since last Thursday, resulting in significant casualties.

Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, referring to the proxy role of the Houthis regarding the Islamic Republic, stated that he believes "Iran's hand is behind many of the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia."

The U.S. Secretary of State emphasized his country's defense relations with Saudi Arabia, stating that Washington is closely monitoring developments in Yemen.
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