Yemeni government forces have officially claimed the recapture of the Hays district, located in the Hodeidah province, from Houthi control. According to reports, government troops successfully secured the Al-Barah junction and pushed forward as Houthi forces retreated from the area.

Majeed Al-Nuzayli, a spokesperson for the Yemeni armed forces, stated via social media that the operation resulted in the destruction of Houthi military capabilities and the neutralization of numerous fighters. While government sources report that dozens of Houthi fighters were killed or wounded during the engagement, these figures have not been independently verified.

The situation in Hodeidah remains volatile, as the region has been a frequent site of conflict between the internationally recognized government and the Houthi movement. The government’s assertion of "complete control" marks a significant tactical development in the ongoing regional struggle, though the Houthi movement has not yet issued a formal response or confirmation regarding the loss of the district. The report relies primarily on statements provided by government military officials and secondary reporting from regional news outlets.