Armed Shi'ite rebels push into Yemen's capital
- 10 years ago
After weeks of fighting and protests armed Shi'ite rebels push into Yemen's capital Sanaa after clashing with the army on the outskirts of the city.
Residents say Shi'ite Houthi gunmen are now advancing along a major route into the western edge of the city.
At least 42 people have also been killed in clashes involving Houthi fighters in different parts of the country since Tuesday.
A military source said Houthi gunmen had also attacked an army camp, but soldiers repelled the assault.
The Houthis have been involved in a decade-long conflict with the Sunni-dominated government, fighting for more control and territory in the north.
Residents say Shi'ite Houthi gunmen are now advancing along a major route into the western edge of the city.
At least 42 people have also been killed in clashes involving Houthi fighters in different parts of the country since Tuesday.
A military source said Houthi gunmen had also attacked an army camp, but soldiers repelled the assault.
The Houthis have been involved in a decade-long conflict with the Sunni-dominated government, fighting for more control and territory in the north.