Forces of Yemen's internationally recognized government have launched an offensive against Houthi-controlled al-Waziiya district in Taiz province, aiming to retake the Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait. This follows the Houthi capture of the Red Sea port of Mocha last month. The Saudi-led coalition confirmed its participation in the offensive, providing air support. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia intercepted a ballistic missile fired by the Houthis, who also claimed attacks on airports and military sites in southern Saudi Arabia, injuring three people at Jizan and Najran airports. Pakistan and Turkey have agreed to swiftly deploy troops to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defense agreement to counter Houthi attacks.