Yemen has been devastated by conflict, leaving millions of people without access to proper health care, clean water or sanitation – crucial for preventing the virus from spreading. Vital food, medical …
The African refugees and migrants trapped inside Yemen’s war
Despite six years of war and hardship in Yemen, Somali refugee Bader Hassan had stuck it out hoping for a better life than in his homeland. “Me, my wife and my son want to live in a good place, like …
Yemen’s Southern Separatists Take Control of Strategic Island
Southern Yemeni separatists have gained control of Socotra, the strategically placed island off the Horn of Africa, and started implementing self-rule. “The southern forces have stormed the special …
UNHCR receives US$2 million from Qatar Charity for Yemen’s displaced families
English News and Press Release on Yemen about Contributions, Health, IDPs, Epidemic and more; published on 20 Jun 2020 by …
Clashes erupt between Yemen gov’t forces, separatists in Socotra
Fierce clashes have erupted on Socotra as former allies in Yemen’s long-running war are battling for control of the island off the Horn of Africa. The latest outburst of fighting …
Last batch of joint aid lands in Yemen amid UN funding cuts
The last of three large shipments of medical supplies landed in Yemen on Friday, organizers of the cargo flights said, following a joint initiative by the world organization and …
Coronavirus thrives in Yemen, already devastated by war and famine
Ambulances shuttle the sick away, to makeshift clinics in schools and universities. The patients die alone and are buried at night, with no family present, when no one is there to see.Across northern …
UN calls on donors to fulfil Yemen aid pledges
Eri Kaneko, associate spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres on Tuesday called on international donors to fulfil financial pledges they made to help ease the suffering of people …
Saudi proposes framework to end standoff between allies in southern Yemen – sources
Saudi Arabia has proposed a framework to end the latest standoff in southern Yemen between nominal allies under a Saudi-led coalition, three sources said, as violence escalates with the Iran-aligned …
In Yemen, battling coronavirus during civil war
Yemen has so far confirmed more than 350 COVID-19 cases – but aid groups believe the actual numbers are much higher.