Yemen’s army sends reinforcements south
The army continues to battle al-Qaeda and is focusing on the group’s last stronghold in Shabwa province.
Published On 17 May 2014
Yemen’s army has sent additional troops to the country’s south where fighting continues in al-Qaeda controlled towns.
Gains made by the army a week ago were reversed when fighters launched a surprise attack.
The army said it is now concentrating its efforts on Houta, the armed group’s last stronghold in Shabwa province.
Al Jazeera’s Hashem Ahelbarra reports from Sanaa.
Source: Al Jazeera