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Yemen· TaizYemen Conflict: President Sacks Ministers Amid Saudi Airstrikes and Houthi Support
Yemen's president has dismissed ministers and officers to counter the ongoing war, amidst reports of Saudi airstrikes and Iranian support for Houthi militias.
Background
Yemen has been embroiled in a civil conflict since 2014, primarily between the internationally recognized government, backed by a Saudi-led coalition, and the Houthi movement, which receives support from Iran. This protracted conflict has led to a severe humanitarian crisis and regional instability.
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Yemen Conflict and Houthi Demands
First report 40m agoLast update 23m agoThe Houthis are demanding $51 billion and official recognition as Yemen's rulers to end the war.
Yemen is implementing stricter financial controls on imports through Houthi-controlled ports.
Footage shows Houthi FPV drone strikes targeting PLC troops and equipment in Yemen.
A woman was killed and five others injured by Houthi shelling and sniping in Taiz, Yemen.
Yemen Conflict and Political Developments
First report 1h agoLast update 46m agoThe Yemeni president's dismissal of ministers and officers is an attempt to change the course of the war.
There are claims that Iran is providing significant military support to the Houthi militias.
Saudi airstrikes have been reported in Yemen, with clashes occurring in certain governorates.
Civilians in the besieged Yemeni city of Taiz are facing severe shortages of essential supplies.
Yemen Conflict and Political Developments
First report 1h agoLast update 46m agoThe Yemeni president is attempting to change the course of the war by sacking ministers and officers, amid pressure from southern Yemenis.
Saudi Arabia is involved in Yemen, and Iran is accused of providing military support to Houthi militias.
Yemen Conflict and Regional Instability
First report 1h agoLast update 46m agoThe Yemeni president is sacking ministers and officers in an attempt to change the course of the war.
There are claims and analyses suggesting that Iran is providing significant military support to the Houthi militias in Yemen.
Civilians in besieged Yemeni cities like Taiz are facing severe shortages of essential resources.
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