The authorities of the city of Taiz in Yemen suspect the use of chemical weapons by Houthi rebels

The Taiz governorate reported that Houthi forces allegedly used munitions containing potentially banned gases, causing severe respiratory issues among victims. Local authorities are calling for an immediate investigation to identify the substances used and their effects. They urged the government to send specialists to examine the attack sites and gather evidence. Yemen's Deputy Foreign Minister accused the Iran-backed Houthis of using illegal weapons to intensify their assault on Taiz. He emphasized the need for an independent international investigative team to verify these claims. Fighting between the Houthis and the internationally recognized Yemeni government has escalated, disrupting essential supplies in the region.