Current news in yemen today
Here are some of the current news stories in Yemen today:
Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis
- The Yemeni government and Houthi rebels have agreed to a ceasefire in the port city of Hudaydah, which is a crucial entry point for humanitarian aid. The ceasefire is seen as a step towards resolving the conflict, but it remains fragile. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The United Nations has warned that Yemen is on the brink of a major famine, with over 24 million people, or 80% of the population, in need of aid. The UN has appealed for $4.2 billion to support humanitarian efforts in Yemen. (Source: Reuters)
- The Saudi-led coalition has launched airstrikes on Houthi rebel positions in the capital city of Sana'a, killing at least 10 people and wounding many more. (Source: BBC)
Economic Crisis
- Yemen's economy is in shambles, with the currency having lost over 70% of its value since 2015. The country is facing a severe shortage of fuel, food, and medicine, which has led to widespread suffering. (Source: The New York Times)
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Yemen's economy is at risk of collapse, with the country's foreign reserves dwindling to just $500 million. (Source: Bloomberg)
Health Crisis
- Yemen is facing a devastating cholera outbreak, with over 1.2 million suspected cases reported since 2016. The outbreak has been exacerbated by the conflict and lack of access to clean water and sanitation. (Source: WHO)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Yemen is also facing a severe shortage of medical supplies, including vaccines, medicines, and equipment. (Source: WHO)
Other News
- The United States has announced that it will provide an additional $175 million in humanitarian aid to Yemen, bringing the total amount of US aid to the country to over $1.5 billion. (Source: US Department of State)
- The European Union has also announced that it will provide an additional €100 million in humanitarian aid to Yemen. (Source: European Commission)
Please note that the situation in Yemen is constantly evolving, and the news stories above may not reflect the current situation.