Houthi authorities alleged that Saudi-led coalition airstrikes hit the market, killing at least 30 civilians, while Yemeni military officials countered that rebel ballistic missiles caused the carnage. The disputed strike unfolded as state forces advanced into several local areas, including al-Nidani village and Shaab al-Sarari. Meanwhile, a month-long siege on Taiz city continues to generate severe humanitarian shortages of food and essential medical supplies.
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Disputed attacks on civilian infrastructure highlight the mounting human toll in the stra…: Disputed attacks on civilian infrastructure highlight the mounting human toll in the strategically vital al-Waziiya district near the Red Sea.
The United Nations warns that a 30-day Houthi blockade on Taiz city is triggering critica…: The United Nations warns that a 30-day Houthi blockade on Taiz city is triggering critical shortages of food and medicine.
Combat has intensified following the government's October 5 launch of Operation Dawn of Y…: Combat has intensified following the government's October 5 launch of Operation Dawn of Yemen and subsequent Houthi missile and drone strikes.
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The attack on al-Hadara market in Taiz governorate’s al-Waziiya district killed at least 30 people, Yemen’s Houthi rebels say.
Yemen’s government forces and the Houthi rebel group are trading blame for an attack on the al-Hadara market in the Taiz governorate, that both sides say killed and injured dozens of people.
The Houthis on Friday accused Saudi Arabia, which backs Yemen’s internationally recognised government, of having launched three air strikes on the market, killing at least 30 civilians and injuring eight others.
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