- U.S.-British airstrikes on Saada: Multiple airstrikes were reported in the early hours of Sunday targeting eastern Saada, a stronghold of the Houthi movement in northwestern Yemen. The strikes were acknowledged by Houthi media, which claimed they were part of ongoing military operations amid the conflict in Gaza.
- Houthi missile launch intercepted by Israel: The Houthi group claimed responsibility for launching a hypersonic ballistic missile aimed at an Israeli power station shortly after the airstrikes in Saada. The Israeli military reported successfully intercepting the missile, marking the second such attack by the Houthis this year.


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- Fatalities from Saudi fire: A citizen was killed and another injured due to Saudi fire in the districts of Monabbih and Baqim in Saada. This incident is part of ongoing violence in the region, exacerbated by American and British aggression in Hajjah.
- Houthi arrests increase: The Houthi authorities have expanded their arrests in Sana'a, Saada, and Hodeidah, creating a climate of fear among the population.
- Houthi leadership in panic: There is growing panic among Houthi leaders as the group's intelligence targets dozens in Sana'a and Saada.
- Annual analytical conference launched: The Azal Axis has launched its first annual analytical conference in Saada, focusing on regional issues.
- Winter aid project initiated: The Qatari Red Crescent has initiated a winter aid project for displaced persons in the provinces of Saada and Amran.
- Houthi militia reports new Saudi shelling: The Houthi militia revealed that a recent Saudi bombardment in Saada province resulted in the death of a local citizen and injured an African migrant in the Al-Qahr area of Baqim district.
- Explosions reported in Saada: Local sources reported that an American MQ9 drone was flying over Saada, a stronghold of the Houthi leader in northern Yemen, leading to explosions believed to be from Houthi air defenses attempting to shoot it down. There are also reports that the Houthi defenses succeeded in downing the drone over Saada.
- American drone downed in Saada: There are reports confirming the downing of an American MQ9 drone in Saada, northern Yemen.
- Tensions rise among Houthi leaders: Houthi intelligence targets dozens in Sana'a and Saada, escalating revenge campaigns by kidnapping relatives of Sheikh Othman Majli in Saada. This follows accusations against Sanhan for igniting the Saada wars and killing Hussein al-Houthi.
- Casualties from Saudi fire in Saada: One citizen was killed and another injured due to Saudi fire in the districts of Manbeh and Baqim in Saada province.
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Discovery of a murdered young man amid tribal accusations against the Houthis: A young man was found murdered in Saada, with local tribes accusing the Houthi group. Additionally, a military delegation reviewed ongoing military operations in the Alab front, where tactical projects were executed using various weapons.
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Houthi militia conducts widespread abductions: The Houthi militia carried out a large-scale abduction campaign in Saada, targeting individuals close to council member Osman Majli. This followed the group's announcement of thwarting alleged espionage activities, leading to the arrest of a spy network linked to Majli, accused of recruiting spies for Saudi Arabia and Western intelligence agencies.
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Opening of a new plastic surgery department: A new department for plastic, reconstructive, and burn surgery was inaugurated at the Republican General Hospital in Saada, enhancing local medical services.
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Mass demonstrations in support of Gaza: On the same day, 33 mass rallies were held in Saada province under the slogan "Steadfast with Gaza, without limits or red lines," reflecting local solidarity with the situation in Gaza.
- Injury from unexploded ordnance: A citizen was injured due to the explosion of an object left over from the conflict in the Al-Durayhimi district of Al-Hudaydah. This incident highlights the ongoing dangers posed by remnants of war in the region.
- Houthi militia kills a young man: A young man named Mazen Hussein Abdullah was shot and killed at a checkpoint operated by the Houthi militia in the Al-Ghamr district of Saada Governorate. Local sources reported the incident, highlighting ongoing violence in the region.
- Two citizens injured by Saudi fire: Two residents from the Al Sheikh area in the Manbeh district of Saada were injured by gunfire from Saudi border guards. This incident is part of the ongoing targeting of citizens in border villages by Saudi forces.
- Houthi militia kills citizen at checkpoint: A young man named Mazen Hussein Abdullah was shot dead by Houthi elements at a militia checkpoint in Saada. This incident highlights the violence and instability in the region.
- Saudi artillery shelling damages homes in Saada: On December 24, 2024, Saudi artillery targeted populated villages in the Razih district of Saada, resulting in damage to several homes and properties. This escalation in violence raises concerns about the ongoing ceasefire between Sana'a and Riyadh.