Clash in Yemen leaves 8 dead

A local government military source said that a clash that took place between Houthi militants and the Yemeni army in Bayda province of Yemen on Tuesday has resulted in the death of eight.
The source, who wished to remain anonymous, said that "A soldier and seven militiamen were killed during today's battle in al-Sawma'ah district".
Adding that "The fighting erupted after the Houthi militia launched a surprise attack on the troops' positions".
Yahya Sarea, Houthi military spokesman, said that the clash started as the government troops tried to attack the areas that Houthis control.
He said in a statement that "Our fighters managed today to repel an attempt of advance (by the government troops) in al-Sawma'ah district of al-Bayda province", without providing more details.
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