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Rights Group: Houthi Siege of Taiz Worsens Suffering of 2.5 Million People

[11/10/2026 03:45]

TAIZ-SABA

The Rights Radar Organization for Rights and Freedoms has warned that the continued Houthi siege of Taiz and restrictions on civilian movement violate international humanitarian and human rights law, with siege-related acts potentially amounting to war crimes depending on the circumstances and available evidence.

In a statement, the organization said the siege imposed by the Iran-backed Houthi militia has worsened the suffering of more than 2.5 million people, including around 140,000 displaced people, many of whom live near front lines and face threats to their lives and livelihoods. The restrictions also obstruct access to food, medicine, education and healt…