Taiz under siege as Houthi advances disrupt vital supply routes
Houthi forces have re-established a siege on Taiz, cutting off main roads and disrupting supply routes.
In Brief
- •Houthi forces have re-established a siege on Taiz, cutting off main roads and disrupting supply routes.
- •The siege has triggered shortages of essential goods, including food and fuel, in the city.
- •Taiz residents are facing similar conditions to those experienced during the 2015-2016 siege.
- •The Houthi offensive has led to the displacement of thousands of people in the region.
- •The closure of vital routes has severely impacted the supply of food and other necessities to Taiz.
Why It Matters
The siege on Taiz is a critical development in Yemen's ongoing conflict, with significant humanitarian implications. The disruption of supply routes has led to shortages of essential goods, exacerbating the already dire living conditions for residents. The situation underscores the ongoing struggle for control over key areas in Yemen and the impact of the conflict on the civilian population.
Key Details
- Population in government-held areas
- 2.8 million
- Recently displaced population
- 200,000
- Percentage of global trade passing through Bab al-Mandeb strait
- 12%
- Duration of previous siege
- 2015-2016
Context & Background
Taiz has a history of sieges during Yemen's conflict, with the 2015-2016 siege being a particularly devastating period. The city has been a focal point of the conflict, with both Houthi and government forces vying for control.
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