2014-09-21
Houthi Takeover of Sanaa
Houthi forces captured the Yemeni capital Sanaa, forcing President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi to flee. This marked the beginning of major armed conflict between the Iran-aligned Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition.
2015-02-21
Hadi Flees to Saudi Arabia
President Hadi escaped to Riyadh after Houthis advanced further, establishing a government-in-exile. This prompted the Saudi-led coalition to formally intervene militarily.
2015-03-26
Coalition Airstrikes Begin
Saudi Arabia and allied nations launched Operation Decisive Storm with extensive aerial bombardment against Houthi positions. The campaign aimed to restore Hadi's government and counter Iranian influence.
2015-07-04
Battle of Aden Begins
Coalition forces and Hadi-aligned troops launched major offensive to retake the port city of Aden from Houthis. After weeks of fighting, pro-government forces gained control of this strategically vital city.
2018-12-13
Sweden Peace Talks Agreement
Houthis and Yemeni government agreed to ceasefire terms in Stockholm negotiations mediated by UN envoys. The agreement included prisoner exchanges and humanitarian corridor provisions.
2019-01-17
Hodeidah Humanitarian Truce
Parties agreed to ceasefire and redeployment in Red Sea port city Hodeidah to allow humanitarian access. The agreement represented fragile progress toward reducing maritime conflict.
2022-04-02
UN-Brokered Two-Month Ceasefire
First nationwide ceasefire in six years took effect following UN mediation between Houthis and coalition. The truce aimed to reduce humanitarian crisis affecting millions of Yemenis.
2024-04-18
Ongoing Conflict with Houthi Attacks
Despite ceasefire attempts, fighting continues with Houthi drone and missile attacks on shipping and coalition forces. The conflict remains largely unresolved with humanitarian situation remaining dire.