Taiz fiercely repels Houthi attacks, says journalist

Journalist Sami Al-Harbi reports that Taiz is fiercely resisting Houthi attacks and a blockade, despite ongoing arms smuggling and severe shortages. The city has been under constant attack, which has resulted in a blockade preventing the entry of vital supplies like food and medicine. Al-Harbi stated that Taiz is standing firm with the army and resistance forces, with local men repelling Houthi assaults in areas such as the old airport, Jabal Han, and the outskirts parallel to Jabal Saber.

However, Houthi militants have destroyed the road linking Aden, Lahij, and Taiz, the last lifeline for supplying the city with essential goods and food. The militia is now enforcing a blockade on Taiz, cutting off water, medicine, and food supplies, as they believe the province will eventually break and surrender. Despite this, resistance remains strong in Taiz.

Al-Harbi explained that the Kahboub mountains, occupying a strategically important position overlooking Bab Al-Mandab, Dhubab, and Mokha, are of significant importance. He noted that despite their determination to regain access to Bab Al-Mandab and repeated attacks, all the Houthis' offensives have been repelled.