Yemen Conflict Displacement
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- Faisal AliAl Jazeera
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More than 4.5 million people have been displaced since the Saudi-led coalition intervened in Yemen’s civil war in 2015.
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Saudi Arabia, which backs the internationally recognised UN-recognised government of Yemen, has responded with hundreds of air strikes along the flat, coastal plain where the Houthis are now digging in.
Nearly 3,000 people have crossed the Gulf of Aden to Djibouti in the Horn of Africa in less than a week as escalating violence have forced more families to flee, Sandrine Desamours, the representative for the UN’s refugee agency, UNHCR, told reporters in Geneva via video link from Djibouti.
Additionally, authorities in Somaliland and Puntland have also reported increased arrivals from Yemen, including Yemeni refugees and Somali refugee returnees, though numbers remain in the hundreds for now, UNHCR said.
The Houthi advance along Yemen's Red Sea coast is bolstering Tehran’s hand in its conflict with the US, as the group tightens its control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic chokepoint for global oil and commodities shipping, more than six months after US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
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More than 2,700 Yemenis have fled to Djibouti to escape their country's conflict, many arriving after dangerous sea crossings. They are now staying in shelters in Obock, a town in northern Djibouti, where they are seeking help. Al Jazeera reported on the situation by interviewing some of the newly arrived refugees.
Djibouti refugee crisis worsens as more than 2,700 Yemenis arrive →7 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyYemenis are fleeing their homes due to renewed conflict between Houthi forces and government-aligned troops, with at least 115,000 displaced since fighting resumed recently. Rawya Hassan and her family escaped barefoot from a camp near Taiz province after a bombardment, joining thousands in al-Bireen camp where they are now reliant on aid. This reporting focuses on the personal stories of displacement and fear among…
Barefoot and terrified, Yemenis flee the Houthi advance →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storyThe rapid advance of Houthi militants along Yemen's west coast has raised concerns over a worsening conflict and potential oil supply crisis. With 100,000 displaced in recent days, the capture of strategic islands near the Bab al-Mandab strait—one of the world’s most crucial shipping routes—has global implications due to its impact on trade and energy security. The article discusses these developments while…
Thursday briefing: Yemen’s war continues to threaten oil supplies– but what about its people? →The United Nations migration agency reported that at least 112,000 people were displaced within Yemen over the past two weeks due to renewed conflict along the west coast. Additionally, nearly 3,000 refugees fled by sea to Djibouti in less than a week, with Djiboutian authorities preparing for up to 10,000 more arrivals. The article highlights how escalating violence and the Houthi advance towards strategic shipping…
Yemen conflict displaces 1,12,000 people inside country, thousands flee to Djibouti, UN migration agency says →As fighting intensifies along Yemen’s west coast, at least 112,000 people have been displaced internally within two weeks, with nearly 3,000 crossing by sea to Djibouti. The United Nations reports that the government of Djibouti is bracing for up to 10,000 additional refugees, adding strain to its health and education services. This displacement comes amid a long-standing civil war between forces loyal to the…
At least 112,000 people displaced in Yemen as Houthi fighting intensifies →Yemeni refugees are fleeing across the Red Sea from Dhubab due to escalating conflict between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces. Over 3,000 people have arrived at a refugee camp in Obock, Djibouti, within just days, with the UN estimating that more than 120,000 Yemenis have been displaced by recent fighting near Bab al-Mandab strait. Families arrive exhausted and bring few possessions; Ibrahim Issa, a fisherman…
Yemenis flee across Red Sea as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces escalate war →Analysis
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Djibouti refugee crisis worsens as more than 2,700 Yemenis arrive
How it changed
- 15 Sep
More than 100,000 people have been forced to flee the conflict in Yemen between the Houthis and forces loyal to the internationally recognised government, according to the United Nations.
- 16 Sep
The conflict is worsening the dire humanitarian situation in Yemen, the poorest country in the Middle East.
- 17 Sep
Since then, the Houthis have claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, including the bombing of a critical east-west oil pipeline.
- 18 Sep
The Houthi advance along Yemen’s Red Sea coast is bolstering Tehran’s hand in its conflict with the U.S., as the group tightens its control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic chokepoint for global oil and commodities shipping, more than six months after U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
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21 Sep Yemenis flee across Red Sea as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces escalate warYemeni refugees are fleeing across the Red Sea from Dhubab due to escalating conflict between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces. Over 3,000 people have arrived at a refugee camp in Obock, Djibouti, within just days, with the UN estimating that more than 120,000 Yemenis have been displaced by recent fighting near Bab al-Mandab strait. Families arrive exhausted and bring few possessions; Ibrahim Issa, a fisherman…BBC
19 Sep Djibouti refugee crisis worsens as more than 2,700 Yemenis arriveMore than 2,700 Yemenis have fled to Djibouti to escape their country's conflict, many arriving after dangerous sea crossings. They are now staying in shelters in Obock, a town in northern Djibouti, where they are seeking help. Al Jazeera reported on the situation by interviewing some of the newly arrived refugees.Al Jazeera
18 Sep At least 112,000 people displaced in Yemen as Houthi fighting intensifiesAs fighting intensifies along Yemen’s west coast, at least 112,000 people have been displaced internally within two weeks, with nearly 3,000 crossing by sea to Djibouti. The United Nations reports that the government of Djibouti is bracing for up to 10,000 additional refugees, adding strain to its health and education services. This displacement comes amid a long-standing civil war between forces loyal to the…New York Post
18 Sep Yemen conflict displaces 1,12,000 people inside country, thousands flee to Djibouti, UN migration agency saysThe United Nations migration agency reported that at least 112,000 people were displaced within Yemen over the past two weeks due to renewed conflict along the west coast. Additionally, nearly 3,000 refugees fled by sea to Djibouti in less than a week, with Djiboutian authorities preparing for up to 10,000 more arrivals. The article highlights how escalating violence and the Houthi advance towards strategic shipping…The Hindu
18 Sep More than 112,000 displaced by Yemen fighting; thousands flee to DjiboutiThe United Nations reports that over 112,000 people have been displaced in Yemen due to ongoing conflict between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces, with approximately 3,000 fleeing to Djibouti. The International Organization for Migration notes the displacement has intensified over the last two weeks, mainly affecting coastal areas and provinces like Taiz and Lahj. Djibouti, a small country already hosting…Al Jazeera18 Sep Barefoot and terrified, Yemenis flee the Houthi advanceYemenis are fleeing their homes due to renewed conflict between Houthi forces and government-aligned troops, with at least 115,000 displaced since fighting resumed recently. Rawya Hassan and her family escaped barefoot from a camp near Taiz province after a bombardment, joining thousands in al-Bireen camp where they are now reliant on aid. This reporting focuses on the personal stories of displacement and fear among…The Straits Times
18 Sep Yemen conflict displaces 112,000 people inside country, thousands flee to Djibouti, UN migration agency saysThe United Nations migration agency reports that 112,000 people have been displaced inside Yemen within two weeks due to renewed conflict along the west coast. Additionally, nearly 3,000 refugees have fled by sea to Djibouti over a period of less than a week as fighting intensifies between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces. The UN also warns that Djibouti is preparing for potential arrivals of up to 10,000 more…The Straits Times
17 Sep Yemenis recount journey to Djibouti as refugee arrivals surgeDjibouti is experiencing a surge in refugees from Yemen due to ongoing conflict, prompting an appeal for international aid. Thousands of Yemenis are arriving at Djiboutian shores seeking safety, with local authorities struggling to manage the influx. The article focuses on the personal stories and journeys of these refugees as they flee violence and seek refuge.Al Jazeera
17 Sep Thursday briefing: Yemen’s war continues to threaten oil supplies– but what about its people?The rapid advance of Houthi militants along Yemen's west coast has raised concerns over a worsening conflict and potential oil supply crisis. With 100,000 displaced in recent days, the capture of strategic islands near the Bab al-Mandab strait—one of the world’s most crucial shipping routes—has global implications due to its impact on trade and energy security. The article discusses these developments while…The Guardian
16 Sep Djibouti calls for assistance as thousands of Yemenis flee to countryDjibouti's Interior Minister Omar Abdi Said reported that over 2,500 Yemenis have fled to Djibouti since last Thursday due to fighting between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed forces in western Yemen. The minister expects this number to reach around 10,000 within weeks, surpassing the country’s capacity. He called for urgent international financial assistance from the UN and other partners to address the crisis…Al Jazeera
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16 Sep Djibouti on alert as people flee Yemen after Houthi takeover of MayyunAl Jazeera reports from a Djiboutian naval vessel near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait as people flee Yemen following the Houthi takeover of Mayyun island. The article focuses on Djibouti's heightened alert status due to concerns over increased maritime traffic and potential security threats in the strategic strait.Al Jazeera
15 Sep More than 100,000 displaced as they flee violence in Yemen: UNThe United Nations reports that over 100,000 people have fled Yemen's conflict between Houthi rebels and government forces, displacing communities within the country and pushing thousands across the Bab al-Mandeb strait to Djibouti. The UNHCR estimates a funding need of $14 million for immediate assistance to displaced families inside Yemen. This article focuses on the humanitarian crisis caused by the escalating…Al Jazeera
15 Sep Thousands flee to Djibouti amid renewed Yemen fightingOver 3,400 people fleeing renewed conflict in Yemen have arrived on Djibouti’s northern coast within two days, straining the small nation's resources. The influx follows a Houthi offensive that seized the Red Sea port of Mocha and advanced towards the Bab al-Mandeb strait, near Djibouti. Videos show refugees arriving by various vessels with limited supplies, facing harsh conditions including extreme heat and…Al Jazeera
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