Houthi fighters announced on Thursday that the Saudi forces continued aerial bombardment of northern border areas of Jabal el-Dokhan and Jabal el-Madood.

They said the latest aerial raids have led to the destruction of a number of schools and settlements in nearby villages.

The Houthis however say they have no interest in opening up another front against Saudi Arabia as they are only fighting against the corrupt government in Yemen. Houthis say the government in Sana’a has ignored their plight for so long that they had no choice but to fight against injustices.

Houthis say Saudi Arabia is backing the government of Yemen against them. Saudi King Abdullah also visited the region where the battles are taking place.

The Saudi air force has further complicated the armed conflict by launching its own operations against the Houthis fighters.

Houthis earlier said that Saudi jets drop banned phosphorous bombs similar to what the Israelis used during the 33-day war in Gaza, on their villagers.