Houthi forces have intensified their offensive against Saudi-backed positions in Yemen, launching renewed ground assaults while tightening a brutal siege on the strategic southern city of Taiz. The escalation comes amid fierce clashes that have deepened the humanitarian crisis, trapping civilians between warring factions. With both sides locked in a stalemate, the fighting risks further destabilizing the region and prolonging one of the world’s most protracted conflicts. The situation underscores the growing risks of a broader proxy war as Iran-backed rebels clash with Saudi-led coalition forces.
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia escalate as fierce ground battles and a devastating siege strangle Yemen's Taiz.
