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Airstrikes on Yemen Market Kill at Least 20, Houthi Rebels Claim
By AP
Airstrikes struck a market in al‑Waziyah, Taiz province, on Friday, November 6, 2026, killing at least 20 people, according to an official with Iran‑backed Houthi rebels. The attack is described as one of the deadliest since fighting resumed between the Houthis and Saudi‑backed government forces. A Houthi Health Ministry spokesperson, Anees Alsabahi, told Houthi‑run TV Al Masirah that 15 people were also wounded. Alsabahi blamed the Saudi‑led coalition for the airstrikes and said the death toll was expected to rise. Local authorities in Taiz confirmed that a busy market was hit and that people were killed and wounded, but did not provide a specific toll and blamed the Houthis for the incident, stating that no airstrikes were carried out in the area. The Associated Press was unable to independently verify the claims of responsibility at the time of reporting.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were killed in the airstrikes on the market in al‑Waziyah?
At least 20 people were killed, according to Houthi officials.
Who blamed the Saudi-led coalition for the airstrikes?
Houthi Health Ministry spokesperson Anees Alsabahi blamed the Saudi-led coalition.
Did local authorities confirm the airstrikes?
Local authorities in Taiz confirmed a busy market was hit and that people were killed and wounded, but they blamed the Houthis for the incident and stated no airstrikes were carried out.