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Yemen· TaizIntense Clashes Between Yemeni Government Forces and Houthis in Taiz
Heavy fighting has erupted between Yemeni government forces and Houthi fighters in Taiz province, particularly in areas like Maqbana and Al-Kadha, with reports of artillery shelling, drone attacks, and attempts to control strategic routes.
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Yemeni Forces and Houthi Militia Clashes Intensify in Taiz, Drones Shot Down
First report 1h agoLast update 38m agoYemeni government forces are successfully engaging Houthi militia, inflicting heavy losses, capturing fighters, and downing drones in Taiz.
Ansarullah forces are making advances in southwest Yemen, potentially breaching defensive lines and taking strategic positions like Jabal Naaman.
The Houthi militia's escalation in Taiz is seen as a strategic move to gain control of areas overlooking the Bab al-Mandab Strait, potentially for leverage by Iran.
Intense Clashes Between Yemeni Government Forces and Houthis in Taiz
First report 7h agoLast update 2h agoReports detail Houthi attacks, shelling, and attempts to advance in Taiz and the western coast, causing displacement and targeting civilian areas.
Sources aligned with Houthi forces claim successful advances, control over areas like Al-Kadha, and the killing of Saudi-backed commanders.
Reports indicate Yemeni government forces are repelling Houthi attacks, regaining positions, and inflicting heavy losses on the Houthis in Taiz and the western coast.
Officials state the legitimate government is preparing for a comprehensive battle against the Houthis, reinforcing supply lines and redeploying forces.
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