Houthi Artillery Shelling Targets Yemeni Army Positions in Taiz Amid Renewed Escalation
Government forces responded with counter-shelling, resulting in the death of a Houthi sniper in the eastern part of the city.
The attack caused damage to civilian homes near the Sofitel hill and raised concerns among residents.
The escalation occurred amid continued Houthi military reinforcement across various fronts, despite ongoing calls for de-escalation.
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