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Yemen government forces and Houthis escalate fighting, raising risk of full-scale war
Al Jazeera·YE·3 days ago
Yemeni government forces conducted airstrikes on Houthi positions in multiple areas of Taiz governorate, according to military sources. The strikes mark an intensification of clashes in a key front line, though details on targets and casualties remain unconfirmed. This escalation could further destabilize the region and complicate ongoing peace efforts.
Houthi forces are reportedly advancing on Taiz, leading to heavy clashes with Yemeni government forces. Concurrently, Yemeni forces claim to have regained territory in Taiz and conducted airstrikes against Houthi positions in both Taiz and Marib. The situation is characterized by conflicting claims and an intensification of hostilities.