Saudi-backed Yemeni government fears Ansarallah could take Taiz, the country’s third-largest city, as officials seek direct intervention

The Saudi-backed Yemeni government fears Ansarallah could seize Taiz, Yemen’s third-largest city, as fighting escalates and officials appeal for direct international and military intervention. Al Jazeera reported that the government is scrambling to defend key positions against a sweeping offensive.