Taysir al-Samei

“Most hospitals have already suspended services in some units because of the shortage of diesel and the lack of necessary medical solutions, as well as shortages of medical staff who are struggling to get to work because of the lack of transport,”

Taysir al-Samei · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-24

Al-Samei said most hospitals in Taiz had suspended some services due to shortages of diesel, medical solutions, and staff unable to reach work.

“Many medical departments depend on oxygen, particularly operating theatres, inpatient wards, intensive care units and incubators for premature babies,”

Taysir al-Samei · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-24

Al-Samei described medical departments that depend on oxygen and would be endangered if oxygen production plants shut down.