A civilian was killed on Saturday, August 1, by a Houthi militia sniper in the Al-Maqbanah district, west of Taiz Governorate, while traveling on a motorcycle with his young son. The incident represents another crime targeting civilians in areas under militia control. Local sources reported that a Houthi militia sniper directly shot the citizen, Abdullatif Jamil, in the head. He was passing through the Al-Qash'ah area in Al-Maqbanah district with his child on a motorcycle when the fatal shot occurred, causing his immediate death. The tragic scene saw him fall, covered in blood, before his young son's eyes. This act of violence is part of the ongoing violations committed by the Houthi militia against civilians in Taiz Governorate. The militia continues to target residents with sniper fire and live ammunition, resulting in numerous casualties, including women and children. Human rights organizations are calling for accountability for those responsible for these heinous crimes. |
