A child was martyred and eight others were injured in a missile strike by Houthi militias on the city of Taiz.

Child Killed and Eight Others Injured in Houthi Rocket Attack in Taiz

A child was killed, and eight others, including women and children, sustained injuries due to a rocket attack carried out by Houthi militias today. This incident occurred in a residential complex and populated neighborhoods in the city of Taiz, marking a significant escalation in violence targeting civilians.

Details of the Attack

A military source reported that a Katyusha rocket launched by the militias from their positions on Mount Al-Waash in the northern part of the governorate struck the populated area of Sinaa.

Casualties and Damage

According to a medical source speaking to the Yemeni News Agency (Saba), the attack resulted in the death of a child and injuries to eight others, some of whom are in critical condition. Additionally, two houses suffered complete destruction due to the strike.

Ambulance Targeted in Another Incident

In a separate crime, Houthi militias targeted an ambulance with a mortar shell while it was attempting to assist 18-year-old Taiba Abdul-Raqeeb, who had been shot by the militias in the area of Sabir Al-Shuqab. This attack led to the deaths of both Taiba and the ambulance driver, while a doctor accompanying them sustained injuries. The ambulance was also destroyed in the assault.

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