Fighting rages in Yemen’s Taiz as UN warns nearly 260,000 now displaced
Summary
Fighting has increased in Yemen’s Taiz province between government forces and the Houthis, leading to nearly 260,000 people being forced to leave their homes. The United Nations reports many civilians have been killed or injured, and displaced families urgently need shelter, food, and cash support.Key Facts
- Government forces have carried out over 800 attacks against Houthi fighters, causing significant losses to the Houthis.
- Heavy fights took place in strategic areas around Taiz, including the highlands of Jabal Han and districts like Dhubab and al-Masrakh.
- Nearly 260,000 people in Yemen have been displaced since August, with about half seeking shelter in Taiz.
- The United Nations has verified 251 civilian casualties, including 57 deaths and 194 injuries; about half of those killed were children.
- Humanitarian workers have helped over 174,000 displaced people with food, hygiene kits, and emergency cash.
- More than 2.5 million children in Yemen are out of school because of the ongoing conflict.
- The Yemeni government, supported by a Saudi-led coalition, is trying to retake areas held by the Houthis, including the capital Sanaa.
- The Houthis have attacked airports in Saudi Arabia, and the US has ordered non-essential embassy staff and family out of Riyadh due to escalating tensions.
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