The Minister of Culture and Tourism in Yemen, Dr. Ali Al-Yafei, has stressed the importance of adhering to tourism regulations and ensuring the quality of tourism facilities in the country. He emphasized that the ministry will not tolerate any violations or corruption that could harm citizens.
The Israeli military successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, which triggered sirens in central Israel early Friday. This event marks another instance of escalating tensions between Israel and the Houthi rebels in Yemen.
The United States has accused Russia of discussing potential weapon transfers to Yemen’s Houthi rebels, a move that could escalate the decade-long conflict and disrupt vital shipping lanes in the Red Sea. This development comes as the Houthis continue their attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, holding hostage a vital commercial waterway and threatening global trade.
Iran is reportedly brokering talks between Russia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels for the supply of advanced Russian Yakhont missiles. This potential deal comes amidst heightened tensions between Russia and the West, and some experts believe it could be a retaliatory measure for US support of Ukraine’s request to strike deep inside Russia. The deal could significantly escalate tensions in the region and pose a threat to global shipping.
Iran has denied supplying hypersonic missiles to Yemen’s Houthi rebels, despite the group claiming to have used such a missile in an attack on Israel. The incident has heightened tensions in the region and sparked a war of words between Iran and Israel.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed to have shot down another American-made MQ-9 drone over Yemen, marking a potential escalation in the ongoing conflict. The US responded with airstrikes against Houthi-controlled territory, but the US military has not confirmed the drone’s destruction. The Houthis, who have repeatedly downed US drones in the past, are engaged in a campaign targeting shipping in the Red Sea, linked to their support for Palestine against Israel.
Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have attacked two oil tankers in the Red Sea, prompting concerns for Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter. The U.S. military has condemned the attacks as acts of terrorism, while the Houthis have claimed responsibility for one of the attacks.
A migrant boat carrying Ethiopian and Yemeni nationals capsized off the coast of Yemen, resulting in the deaths of 13 people and leaving 14 missing. The incident highlights the dangers faced by migrants attempting to reach the Gulf region through the perilous Red Sea route.
Torrential rainfall in Yemen, already struggling with a decade-long war, has caused devastating flooding, leading to at least 60 deaths and affecting over 268,000 people. The flooding has damaged infrastructure and displaced families, highlighting the country’s vulnerability to climate change. The UN is urging for immediate assistance to address the ongoing crisis.
A new report by international experts warns that four districts in Yemen are at risk of famine due to a surge in child hunger and worsening food insecurity. The report highlights the devastating impact of the ongoing civil war and calls for increased humanitarian aid to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.
