Yemen’s Taiz faces deadly siege, as Shabwah death toll rises
Summary
The city of Taiz in Yemen is under siege by the Houthi armed group, cutting off food and medical supplies to many people. The United Nations and Yemen’s government have warned this blockade could cause a severe humanitarian crisis, urging that aid be allowed into the city immediately.Key Facts
- The Houthis have surrounded Taiz and blocked the only road supplying the city from Aden.
- This blockade has led to shortages of food and other essentials in Taiz, with prices rising sharply.
- At least 32 civilians, including 14 children, have been killed in fighting near Taiz since August 1.
- The UN calls on the Houthis to allow humanitarian aid to enter and let civilians leave safely.
- Around 800,000 people in Taiz are cut off from crucial food assistance.
- The Yemeni government says the Houthi siege threatens over 4 million people.
- On October 19, the Houthis attacked a military base in Shabwa, killing 73 people.
- The UK plans to send fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks but will not engage in combat in Yemen.
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