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US Embassy Disputes Houthi Blockade Claims, Points to Taiz SiegePolitics

US Embassy Disputes Houthi Blockade Claims, Points to Taiz Siege

The US Embassy in Yemen has refuted Houthi claims of a blockade, presenting data that shows significant commercial ship traffic to Houthi-controlled ports. The embassy spokesperson accused the Houthis of imposing a genuine siege on Taiz by blocking essential supplies.

Al Jazeera English|November 11, 2026
Yemen Conflict Escalates: Government Forces and Houthis Exchange Blame for Deadly Market Attack in TaizMiscellaneous

Yemen Conflict Escalates: Government Forces and Houthis Exchange Blame for Deadly Market Attack in Taiz

Yemen's government forces and Houthi rebels are blaming each other for a deadly attack on a market in Taiz, with both sides reporting dozens of civilian casualties. The Houthis accuse Saudi-led airstrikes, while the government points to Houthi ballistic missiles.

Al Jazeera English|November 6, 2026
Houthis' Monthlong Siege on Taiz Creates Humanitarian Crisis for Trapped YemenisMiscellaneous

Houthis' Monthlong Siege on Taiz Creates Humanitarian Crisis for Trapped Yemenis

A monthlong Houthi siege on Taiz, Yemen, has created a dire humanitarian situation, cutting off essential supplies of food, medicine, and fuel, and trapping hundreds of thousands of residents.

Al Jazeera English|November 4, 2026
Yemen Investigates Alleged Houthi Use of Toxic Shells in Taiz Amid Reports of CasualtiesMiscellaneous

Yemen Investigates Alleged Houthi Use of Toxic Shells in Taiz Amid Reports of Casualties

The Yemeni government is investigating shells in Taiz suspected of containing toxic substances, allegedly used by the Houthis, following reports of suffocation and loss of consciousness among civilians. The government has warned the Houthi militia against further attacks and the use of prohibited weapons.

The National|October 30, 2026
Yemen Conflict Intensifies Near Taiz Amid Urgent UN Call for Humanitarian AccessMiscellaneous

Yemen Conflict Intensifies Near Taiz Amid Urgent UN Call for Humanitarian Access

Fighting has intensified in Yemen's Taiz province, with government forces and Houthis clashing on multiple fronts. The UN warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis and urges unimpeded access for aid to the besieged city.

Al Jazeera English|October 29, 2026
Yemen's Taiz Under Siege: Families Face Starvation and Hardship as Routes Are CutMiscellaneous

Yemen's Taiz Under Siege: Families Face Starvation and Hardship as Routes Are Cut

The city of Taiz in Yemen is under a severe siege, with families like Yousef Farhan's struggling to afford basic necessities like food and fuel. Blocked routes have led to skyrocketing prices and critical shortages, impacting daily life, healthcare, and education.

Al Jazeera English|October 28, 2026|2
Yemen's Taiz Hospital Faces Imminent Collapse Amidst Houthi SiegeHealth

Yemen's Taiz Hospital Faces Imminent Collapse Amidst Houthi Siege

Taiz's Republican Hospital is on the brink of collapse due to a renewed Houthi siege, which has led to critical shortages of medical supplies and fuel. Doctors warn that dialysis sessions are being halved, and essential services may cease within days, endangering hundreds of patients.

Al Jazeera English|October 24, 2026
UN Warns of Approaching Catastrophe in Yemen's Taiz as Houthi Siege Deepens Humanitarian CrisisMiscellaneous

UN Warns of Approaching Catastrophe in Yemen's Taiz as Houthi Siege Deepens Humanitarian Crisis

The United Nations has warned that time is running out to address a deepening humanitarian crisis in Yemen's Taiz, which has been under a Houthi siege for nearly three weeks, cutting off essential supplies and isolating over 800,000 people.

Al Jazeera English|October 23, 2026
Tragedy in Taiz: Houthi Blockade Worsens Humanitarian Crisis, Leading to Severe ShortagesMiscellaneous

Tragedy in Taiz: Houthi Blockade Worsens Humanitarian Crisis, Leading to Severe Shortages

Yemenis in Taiz are experiencing severe shortages as a result of a Houthi blockade, exacerbating an already critical humanitarian situation.

Al Jazeera English|October 22, 2026
Yemen's Taiz Under Siege: Houthi Blockade Worsens Critical ShortagesMiscellaneous

Yemen's Taiz Under Siege: Houthi Blockade Worsens Critical Shortages

Yemenis in Taiz are facing dire shortages due to a persistent Houthi blockade. The restrictions have significantly worsened the availability of essential supplies in the city.

Al Jazeera English|October 22, 2026|1
Yemen's Taiz Sees Intensified Fighting as UN Reports Nearly 260,000 DisplacedMiscellaneous

Yemen's Taiz Sees Intensified Fighting as UN Reports Nearly 260,000 Displaced

Intensified fighting in Yemen's Taiz province has led to the displacement of nearly 260,000 people, according to the UN. The conflict has resulted in civilian casualties, including children, and a severe impact on education.

Al Jazeera English|October 22, 2026
From Cookies to Cash for Ammunition: Yemeni Women in Taiz Rally to Defend Their CityPolitics

From Cookies to Cash for Ammunition: Yemeni Women in Taiz Rally to Defend Their City

Women in Yemen's Taiz have shifted from baking cookies for soldiers to fundraising for weapons and ammunition as Houthi forces tighten their siege on the city. These initiatives reflect a growing determination among women to actively contribute to the defense of their homeland.

Al Jazeera English|October 22, 2026
Halo Trust Deminers Among Thousands Trapped by Houthi Siege in TaizMiscellaneous

Halo Trust Deminers Among Thousands Trapped by Houthi Siege in Taiz

Around 30 deminers from the Halo Trust are among hundreds of thousands of civilians trapped in the besieged Yemeni city of Taiz due to a Houthi blockade. Humanitarian supplies are dwindling, and the situation for trapped civilians and aid workers is becoming increasingly dire.

The National|October 21, 2026|1
Yemen's Taiz Under Deadly Siege as Houthi Attack Claims 73 Lives in ShabwahBreaking News

Yemen's Taiz Under Deadly Siege as Houthi Attack Claims 73 Lives in Shabwah

The UN warns of a humanitarian catastrophe in Yemen's Taiz as a deadly Houthi siege cuts off essential supplies, while a separate Houthi attack in Shabwah has killed 73 people.

Al Jazeera English|October 20, 2026|1
Intense Airstrikes Target Houthi Siege of Taiz as Saudi-Led Forces Push BackMiscellaneous

Intense Airstrikes Target Houthi Siege of Taiz as Saudi-Led Forces Push Back

Saudi-led forces are employing airstrikes in a bid to breach the Houthi siege of Taiz. The operation is aimed at relieving the city from the ongoing blockade.

Al Jazeera English|October 18, 2026|1
Yemeni Government Forces Face Logistical Hurdles in Offensive Against Houthi RebelsPolitics

Yemeni Government Forces Face Logistical Hurdles in Offensive Against Houthi Rebels

Yemeni government forces are facing significant logistical challenges in their offensive against Houthi rebels, with disrupted supply lines and coordination issues hindering operations. Despite these obstacles, officials express confidence in their ability to continue the fight, supported by Saudi Arabia's military aid.

Al Jazeera English|October 17, 2026
Former Yemen PM Warns Houthi Siege of Taiz Threatens All of Western YemenPolitics

Former Yemen PM Warns Houthi Siege of Taiz Threatens All of Western Yemen

Former Yemen Prime Minister Maeen Abdelmalik Saeed warns that the Houthi siege of Taiz is a critical threat that could lead to the fall of all of western Yemen. He highlights severe shortages in the city and the strategic importance of Taiz in resisting Houthi expansion.

The National|October 17, 2026|1
Albanian Prime Minister Points to 'Foreign Interference' Amidst ProtestsMiscellaneous

Albanian Prime Minister Points to 'Foreign Interference' Amidst Protests

The healthcare situation in Yemen's Taiz is worsening amid ongoing challenges. A video report details the escalating crisis.

Al Jazeera English|October 17, 2026
Yemen's Taiz Faces Worsening Healthcare Crisis Amidst SiegeHealth

Yemen's Taiz Faces Worsening Healthcare Crisis Amidst Siege

Yemen's Taiz is experiencing a worsening healthcare crisis due to an escalating siege, severely limiting medical resources and services for its residents.

Al Jazeera English|October 17, 2026|1
EU Demands Houthi Rebels End Taiz Siege Amidst Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in YemenPolitics

EU Demands Houthi Rebels End Taiz Siege Amidst Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen

The European Union has urged Houthi rebels to lift their siege of Taiz, Yemen, as the Yemeni government warns of an impending humanitarian catastrophe affecting over four million people due to intensified fighting and restricted access to essential supplies.

The National|October 15, 2026
Yemen Crisis Deepens: 800,000 Cut Off in Taiz Amidst Prolonged Diesel Shortages and Gaza Reconstruction EffortsMiscellaneous

Yemen Crisis Deepens: 800,000 Cut Off in Taiz Amidst Prolonged Diesel Shortages and Gaza Reconstruction Efforts

Approximately 800,000 people in Yemen's Taiz are cut off from vital supplies amid intensifying conflict, while global diesel shortages are projected to last until 2027. Gaza's reconstruction receives a boost through a German development deal, and the UAE announces a prize for AI solutions.

The National|October 15, 2026|1
Taiz Under Siege: 800,000 Residents Isolated and Afraid Amidst Escalating ConflictMiscellaneous

Taiz Under Siege: 800,000 Residents Isolated and Afraid Amidst Escalating Conflict

Residents of Taiz, Yemen, are facing a severe humanitarian crisis as the city remains isolated and under siege by Houthi forces. Essential supplies are dwindling, prices are soaring, and the population of 800,000 is living in fear with no means of escape.

The National|October 14, 2026
Yemen's Taiz Faces Severe Food Shortages Amidst Houthi Siege Impacting SuppliesMiscellaneous

Yemen's Taiz Faces Severe Food Shortages Amidst Houthi Siege Impacting Supplies

Taiz, Yemen is experiencing severe food shortages due to a Houthi siege that is hindering the supply of essential goods. The crisis is impacting the availability of food for residents.

Al Jazeera English|October 13, 2026
Yemeni Forces Advance in Marib Amid Deadly Houthi Attacks in TaizPolitics

Yemeni Forces Advance in Marib Amid Deadly Houthi Attacks in Taiz

Yemeni government forces are advancing in Marib as part of the "Dawn of Yemen" operation, while intense Houthi attacks and shelling in Taiz have led to significant civilian casualties and a worsening humanitarian crisis.

Al Jazeera English|October 13, 2026