Civilian Killed by Houthi Sniper in Western Taiz

A Yemeni civilian, identified as Fuad Muqbil Hassan, was killed on Thursday by a Houthi sniper while standing in front of his home in the Shabiyah area of Maqbanah district, located in the western countryside of Taiz Governorate.

Local sources confirmed that the victim was targeted directly by the sniper, resulting in his immediate death. The incident occurred in a region frequently subjected to hostilities due to its proximity to active front lines.

This killing is the latest in a series of violations reported against civilians living in areas near the contact lines in Taiz. Human rights observers continue to document such incidents, highlighting the persistent threat posed by Houthi forces to non-combatants in the governorate.