Yemen war news
The Yemen War is an ongoing conflict in Yemen that began in 2015. Here are some recent news updates:
Recent Developments:
- The Saudi-led coalition has launched a new military operation in Yemen, targeting Houthi rebels in the capital city of Sana'a. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The United Nations has warned that Yemen is on the brink of a major famine, with over 24 million people in need of aid. (Source: BBC News)
- The Houthi rebels have launched a series of drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting oil facilities and military bases. (Source: Reuters)
- The US has announced that it will provide an additional $275 million in humanitarian aid to Yemen, bringing the total amount of aid provided to $1.2 billion. (Source: US Department of State)
Humanitarian Crisis:
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that over 18 million people in Yemen are in need of medical care, with many struggling to access basic healthcare services. (Source: WHO)
- The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that over 12 million children in Yemen are in need of aid, with many facing severe malnutrition and water shortages. (Source: UNICEF)
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has reported that over 20 million people in Yemen are in need of food assistance, with many facing severe hunger and malnutrition. (Source: ICRC)
Military Situation:
- The Saudi-led coalition has made significant gains in recent weeks, capturing key cities and towns from Houthi rebels. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The Houthi rebels have launched a series of counterattacks, targeting coalition forces and infrastructure. (Source: Reuters)
- The US has announced that it will provide additional military support to the Saudi-led coalition, including precision-guided munitions and intelligence sharing. (Source: US Department of Defense)
International Response:
- The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire in Yemen, urging all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution. (Source: UN News)
- The European Union has announced that it will provide an additional €100 million in humanitarian aid to Yemen. (Source: European Commission)
- The United States has announced that it will provide an additional $275 million in humanitarian aid to Yemen, bringing the total amount of aid provided to $1.2 billion. (Source: US Department of State)
Recent Attacks:
- A series of drone attacks targeted oil facilities and military bases in Saudi Arabia, with the Houthi rebels claiming responsibility. (Source: Reuters)
- A suicide bombing attack targeted a military parade in Yemen's capital city of Sana'a, killing and wounding dozens. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- A series of airstrikes targeted Houthi rebel positions in Yemen, with the Saudi-led coalition claiming responsibility. (Source: BBC News)
Casualties:
- The conflict in Yemen has resulted in over 24,000 deaths, with many more injured and displaced. (Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs)
- The conflict has also resulted in widespread destruction of infrastructure, including hospitals, schools, and homes. (Source: ICRC)
Peace Talks:
- The United Nations has announced that it will host a new round of peace talks between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthi rebels. (Source: UN News)
- The talks are aimed at finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict and addressing the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. (Source: European Commission)
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