Yemen's national armed forces announced that they executed a series of 71 attacks aimed at Houthi assemblies, reinforcement movements and military build‑ups within the Taiz governorate, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The operations were said to have been conducted in a number of localities, including al‑Aqrud, Samea, al‑Ahkum, al‑Akboush, Jabal Rasin, Jabal Jardad, Bani Omar, Bani Bakari, al‑Kaawish and al‑Athawir. These areas have been identified by the government as key nodes for the rebel group's logistical and command activities.
A spokesperson for the Houthi movement responded that the strikes resulted in the destruction of several transport and support vehicles used by the rebels, and that a number of fighters were killed or injured. The spokesperson did not provide specific casualty figures.
The reported wave of attacks comes amid a prolonged stalemate in the Yemeni civil war, where Taiz remains one of the most contested regions. Control of the province has shifted repeatedly between government and Houthi forces, and both sides frequently accuse each other of escalating hostilities.
Independent verification of the claims from either side has not been forthcoming, and observers note that access to the affected sites remains limited. The United Nations and other humanitarian agencies have warned that intensified fighting could further impede aid delivery to civilians already suffering from severe shortages of food, water and medical supplies.
Both the Yemeni government and the Houthi leadership have pledged to continue their respective campaigns, emphasizing that military actions will persist until their strategic objectives are achieved. The latest reported attacks add to a growing tally of engagements in the region, underscoring the volatile security environment that continues to challenge peace efforts.
Reporting attribution: based on reporting by Middle East Eye — original source: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/yemeni-forces-claim-71-attacks-houthi-targets-taiz.