3. YEMEN - Houthi Offensive And Siege Of Taiz - BRIDGET TOOMEY & BILL ROGGIO 101926
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1993 TAIZ Houthi Offensive And Siege Of Taiz Bridget Toomey and Bill Roggio analyze the Houthi offensive in Yemen, focusing on the strategic siege of Taiz, Yemen’s third-largest city. Severing key transport routes, the Houthis have isolated the city, worsening the humanitarian crisis while smuggling fighters via water tankers. The discussion covers the Houthis’ advanced arsenal—supplied by Iranand procured from Chinese companies—and their strikes on Aden’s airport. Toomey outlines Houthi territorial objectives, including energy-rich Marib, aiming to force Saudi Arabia into favorable negotiations. (3)
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