Yemen: Tanks fire as fighting erupts on the outskirts of Taiz

Renewed clashes between Yemeni government forces and Houthi fighters occurred on the outskirts of Taiz, raising public health concerns due to mounting rubbish and blocked roads. The government claimed to have repelled Houthi attacks and conducted air strikes, although these claims remain unverified. The fighting has encircled Taiz, disrupting supply routes and access to the main landfill, leading to waste accumulation in the streets. Sanitation workers are unable to reach the landfill, resulting in waste burning, which poses health risks. Aid agencies report that fuel shortages are affecting water supply and healthcare, exacerbating fears of disease outbreaks among residents.