🔔 | Regional developments | September 20, 2026 (+ve)

🇾🇪 Yemen • 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Sana’a forces seized control of the Al-Alqamah and Sharirah areas in the Al-Shamaitain district of Taiz Governorate after several days of fierce battles. Military sources said the offensive is continuing towards the strategic Rasin mountain range, which overlooks Al-Turbah, the districts of Al-Shamaitain and Al-Wazi’iyah, and Al-Mudharabah district in Lahj Governorate, as well as key roads linking Taiz city with Al-Turbah.

Yemeni forces also advanced in new areas over the past two days following progress on the Bab al-Mandab front and the capture of parts of the strategic Naman mountain range separating Taiz and Lahj. Fighting remained concentrated around Mount Kahbob, where Saudi-backed forces continued defending their positions, while Yemeni forces also advanced toward Mount Habshi and surrounding areas in Taiz.

Ansar Allah announced that it had targeted a sensitive site in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Following the announcement, explosions were heard in Sanaa, while reports also said Saudi airports were facing operational difficulties, with approximately nine civilian aircraft unable to land at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

🇮🇷 Iran • Strait of Hormuz

An explosion reverberated in the Strait of Hormuz.

Authorities on Kharg Island announced the start of a 10-day operation to neutralize unexploded ordnance. Residents were informed that explosions may be heard during the operation as ammunition is safely disposed of.

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