Coin Rollout Sparks a New War in Yemen

A new hundred-riyal coin has ignited a financial war between Yemen’s rivaling central banks in Sana’a and Aden, drawing international condemnation and exacerbating the country’s economic turmoil.

Hopes for Peace on Hold in Yemen

“The sad reality today is that Houthi attacks against commercial and naval vessels in the Red Sea have made continued progress towards a sustainable peace elusive,” said Ambassador Wood.