Aden- The Joint Forces on Yemen’s West Coast have announced the successful execution of a high-level military operation that resulted in the killing of the brother of Houthi leader Abdulkhaliq al-Houthi, who held a senior security role within the group. Also killed in the operation were Abdulkhaliq’s personal security chief and several other senior figures closely associated with the Houthi leadership.

According to a statement issued by the Joint Forces, the strike targeted a critical location where key Houthi commanders were gathered. The operation was carried out with high precision, following accurate intelligence tracking the movements of these individuals.

This development marks a significant blow to the Houthi militia, as it struck at the core of the group’s inner security circle. Analysts suggest that the elimination of such close and influential figures may destabilize the group’s command structure and disrupt coordination at the highest levels, especially amid increasing military pressure on various fronts.

The operation comes amid escalating military activity along the West Coast front, where the Joint Forces continue to press against Houthi positions, aiming to weaken their hold on strategic areas near Al-Hudaydah and Taiz.

Observers note that the targeting of top-tier Houthi leaders underscores advancing intelligence capabilities among anti-Houthi forces and could signal a shift in the balance of power in contested regions.