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Dozens killed in Yemen as government forces gain ground in Taiz and Lahij but meet Houthi resistance

· ≈ Taiz, Yemen · confirmed by 2 outlets

Al Jazeera reports government forces have reclaimed key territory in Taiz and Lahij while facing setbacks in some areas against Houthi resistance. Dozens have been killed amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.

Location
≈ Taiz, Yemen · Yemen live map
Coordinates
≈ 13.58°N 44.02°E
Reported
7 Nov 2026, 11:59 UTC
Category
Conflict · Ground fighting
Impact
5 of 5 · Critical
Situation
Saudi–Houthi war
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Dozens killed in Yemen as government forces gain ground in Taiz and Lahij

Al Jazeera reported on Saturday that government forces have reclaimed key territory in Taiz and Lahij, while meeting Houthi resistance and setbacks in some areas. Dozens have been killed amid a worsening humanitarian crisis. On Friday the Houthis said at least 30 people died in an attack on a market in Taiz governorate, and the government and Houthis blamed each other.

  • The Houthis say at least 30 people were killed at al-Hadara market in al-Waziiya district, Taiz; each side blames the other.
  • The Yemeni government dismissed ministers and officers after its counteroffensive, launched on 5 October, stalled with thousands dead on both sides. Taiz remains under a four-week siege.
  • The Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Medina on Thursday.
  • Turkey's parliament ratified the Mecca defence agreement with Saudi Arabia, which lays groundwork for further Turkish involvement.
Updated 7 Nov 2026, 16:59 UTC · Written by Claude from the reports on this page and on the map. Check the linked sources for full details.

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