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Yemen· TaizHouthis Advance Towards Taiz Amidst Intense Clashes
Houthi forces are making significant advances towards the strategic city of Taiz, capturing key areas and intensifying clashes with government-backed forces.
Background
Yemen has been embroiled in a civil war since 2014, primarily between the Houthi movement and the internationally recognized government, backed by a Saudi-led coalition. The conflict has caused a severe humanitarian crisis, with control over key cities like Taiz remaining a significant strategic objective for both sides.
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Houthis advance towards Taiz, capturing key areas like Al-Misrakh district
First report 7h agoLast update 2h agoMultiple reports confirm Houthi forces have advanced significantly in Taiz, taking control of Al-Misrakh district and other strategic locations.
Yemeni government forces, supported by air strikes, are reportedly resisting Houthi advances in Taiz and Marib, claiming to have repelled attacks and destroyed Houthi targets.
The Houthi siege on Taiz is causing a severe humanitarian crisis, leading to rising prices, food shortages, and the collapse of medical facilities.
Tribal mobilization and support for Houthi forces
First report 2h agoLast update 2h agoTribes in Sanaa and Raymah are publicly announcing their support for the Houthi movement, mobilizing men and money to reinforce the fronts and liberate Yemen.
Houthi Military Advances and Siege in Taiz Province
First report 7h agoLast update 1h agoGeobits report on the Houthis' successful military operations, including the capture of key areas and checkpoints, and their advance towards Taiz city.
Some geobits report on Yemeni government forces' efforts to repel Houthi attacks and target their fortifications in Taiz and Marib, aiming to break the siege.
Posts express concern and condemnation over the Houthi siege of Taiz, highlighting the resulting humanitarian crisis, rising prices, and scarcity of essential goods for civilians.
Houthis Advance on Taiz Amidst Intense Clashes with Saudi-backed Forces
First report 7h agoLast update 2h agoMultiple sources report Houthi forces capturing significant areas around Taiz, including Al-Misrakh district, and advancing towards the city center.
Government forces, supported by air strikes, are resisting Houthi attacks in Taiz and Marib, claiming to have repelled advances and destroyed Houthi targets.
The Houthi siege on Taiz is causing a severe humanitarian crisis, with rising prices, food shortages, and a lack of essential goods threatening civilians.
Houthis Advance Towards Taiz Amidst Intense Clashes
First report 8h agoLast update 2h agoReports confirm Houthi forces have captured several strategic locations around Taiz, including Al-Misrakh district and the Central Prison.
The Houthi siege on Taiz is causing a severe humanitarian crisis, leading to high prices, food shortages, and medical facility closures.
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