SANA'A, 2nd December, 2017 (WAM) -- More than 20 leaders and members of the Houthi coup militias were killed and dozens injured in the battle with the Yemeni National Army on Saturday in Nahm Directorate.

A number of military vehicles used by the coup militias were also destroyed during the fight. The army seized a large amount of light and medium weapons.

In his remarks to the Yemeni News Agency, SABA, the official spokesman of the 7th Military District, Colonel Abdullah al-Shindqi, said the National Army has retaken the Sawad mountain and other areas in Nahm Directorate.

He added that the military is still engaged in a fierce operation against the fleeing militia, who are heading towards Sana'a, leaving behind medium and light weapons and vehicles.