Yemen: Houthis report deadly Saudi strikes on Taiz market

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim that Saudi-led airstrikes have hit a market in the city of Taiz, resulting in reported deaths and injuries. The attack, if confirmed, would be a significant escalation of the conflict in Yemen. This development has significant implications for regional tensions and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, potentially disrupting trade and economic stability in the Middle East. The situation remains volatile, with the Houthis vowing to retaliate against Saudi Arabia.

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The Houthi-run health ministry accused the Saudi Air Force of committing a crime, and vowed to retaliate. This escalation could lead to further violence and instability in the region.

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