Cairo / Sanaa – November 7: In one of the deadliest single incidents since the resumption of hostilities across Yemen’s southern fronts, devastating strikes hit a bustling public marketplace in southwestern Yemen, killing at least 20 civilians and wounding over 15 others, according to regional medical officials and local authorities.
The explosions tore through the al-Hadara market situated in the al-Waziyah district of Taiz province during a busy Friday shopping morning. Speaking to broadcaster Al Masirah, Houthi health ministry spokesperson Anees Alsabahi reported that the civilian casualty toll was expected to mount, alleging that the destruction was caused by airstrikes carried out by the Saudi-led coalition.
Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed that three consecutive air raids struck the market area around 7:00 AM, alleging the warplanes originated from the Khamis Mushait airbase across the border. Independent verification of these military claims could not be established immediately, and the Saudi government did not issue an immediate statement.
Conversely, the media office of the internationally recognized Yemeni provincial government in Taiz issued a sharply contrasting assessment. While confirming extensive casualties and catastrophic destruction at the commercial market, the administration denied that any coalition airstrikes were executed in the sector. Instead, authorities blamed the rebel faction, asserting that erratic ballistic missile launches and indiscriminate artillery fire by Houthi forces into civilian habitations precipitated the carnage.
The tragedy highlights the sharp resurgence in fighting across Taiz province—a crucial geostrategic mountain corridor linking the Red Sea littoral with southern logistical routes toward Aden and Lahj. Following the capture of the coastal port of Mokha, rebel units have intensified their military encirclement of Taiz city, crippling supply chains and leaving local residents struggling for access to potable water, life-saving medicines, and essential food items.
Published by True Roots Media