Drinking water supplies dwindle in Yemeni city besieged by Houthi rebels

The city of Taiz in southwestern Yemen is experiencing a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran, intensify their encirclement of the area. Access to drinking water supplies has dwindled significantly in recent weeks, further straining the city's resources.

While Taiz has contended with persistent water supply challenges for more than a decade, the current situation represents a marked deterioration. The ongoing siege continues to restrict essential services and exacerbate humanitarian conditions for the local population.