The Yemeni army repelled an attack by Houthis and pro-Saleh militias targeting the Yemeni forces in western Taiz, Yemeni military sources said on Monday.

Fierce clashes were reported between the army forces and militias who were battling to retake Han Mountain in western Taiz, the sources added.

Heavy casualties and losses among Houthis were reported.

The Yemeni army has succeeded so far in reclaiming two-thirds of the country.

Source: MENA