Yemen: Houthi Attack on Taizz Road Threatens Lives, Welfare [EN/AR]

Country: Yemen Source: Human Rights Watch Please refer to the attached files. Detonation on Route Indispensable to Civilian Survival a Possible War Crime (Beirut) – The Houthi armed group on October 18, 2026, used explosives to severely damage a critical road into Yemen’s besieged city of Taizz, putting civilian lives and welfare at increased risk, Human Rights Watch said today. The Hayjat al-Abd road has been the main entry point for food, medicine, and fuel to reach residents of Taizz city, wh