Houthis Lose Ground Amid Heavy Fighting Near Taiz
November 18 2016
Yemeni government forces have gained control of parts of the eastern city of Taiz, reports Al Arabiya (Dubai).
Forces allied to President Abd Rabbu Mansour Hadi took over the town of Al-Hekmaliah and other eastern part of Taiz from Houthi rebels, said army sources on Thursday.
They reportedly seized a military hospital, an army supply depot, two schools and a cultural center.
At least 32 people were killed in fighting, according to pro-government forces cited by Xinhua. ...
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