Humanitarian Funding: The UN released $160 million from its emergency fund, including $150 million for Yemen and $10 million for disability-focused needs across 12 crises, warning that money won’t reach people without political will and safe access. Camp David Diplomacy: US Vice President JD Vance chaired a secret Camp David meeting with top national security officials on the Iran war and Yemen, as Washington weighs renewed large-scale action and Saudi pushes for a tougher Yemen campaign. Saudi Offensive Plans: Reports say Saudi Arabia is preparing an offensive against the Houthis to retake Bab el-Mandeb, with options ranging from a limited coastal push to multi-front operations, backed by Saudi air power and intelligence support from the US and partners. Regional Defense Talks: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye plan emergency talks in Riyadh on political engagement with Ansarullah, framed as an alternative to “kinetic action,” under the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement. Sanaa Rejects Saudi Claims: Yemen’s authorities dismissed Saudi allegations over an alleged attack on Medina as fabricated slander, warning Riyadh’s narrative won’t change the conflict’s course. Frontline Fighting in Taiz: Yemen’s forces claimed hundreds of Houthi casualties in Taiz amid heavy airstrike exchanges, while Houthis reported dozens of Saudi strikes and missile attacks in the same period. US Arrest Over Houthi Support: A US Energy Department engineer was arrested and faces up to 20 years for alleged material support to the Houthis, including drone and explosive-related materials.