India, Oct. 18 -- US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Yemen's internationally recognised government forces say they have repelled a second Houthi attack on the Shaqab front, south of Taiz, following several hours of intense clashes. The military also reported carrying out four air strikes against Houthi positions and weapons in the northwestern part of Taiz.

According to the armed forces, the air strikes destroyed weapons and killed and wounded several Houthi fighters. The claims have not been independently verified, and further details about casualties and damage remain unclear.

The developments highlight continuing fighting in southwestern Yemen as government forces seek to defend positions around the strategically important city of ...