Yemen Taiz Market Strikes Houthis Government Forces Blame Saudi Arabia
MILITARY signal, reported in YM, from outlookindia.com, with negative sentiment. Locations: Yemen.
What Happened
Yemen’s government forces and Houthi rebels accused each other of attacking al-Hadara market in Taiz governorate on Friday, with both sides reporting dozens of civilian casualties. Government forces claimed Houthi rebels fired ballistic missiles at the market, leaving dozens dead or injured, and labeled the strike a 'war crime.' The Houthis countered that Saudi-led coalition airstrikes killed at least 30 civilians and wounded eight others, blaming Saudi Arabia for the attack. The Houthi-controlled Ministry of Health in Sanaa condemned the alleged Saudi strikes as a 'horrific crime' and called for an independent international investigation. Meanwhile, Yemen’s government forces reported territorial gains in Taiz, taking control of areas like al-Nidani village and Shaab al-Sarari, while the Houthis maintained a 30-day siege on the city.
Why it matters
The conflict escalates humanitarian risks in Taiz, where food and medical supplies are critically low. The market attack intensifies blame between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis, with the UN warning of worsening conditions. Yemen’s government claims progress in retaking territory, but the Houthis retain control of key areas and continue besieging Taiz. An independent investigation is demanded by Houthi authorities, while both sides prepare for further clashes amid ongoing tensions.
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