Yemen Warns Against Turning Bab al-Mandab Into Platform for Threats to Global Shipping
[16/09/2026]
The Republic of Yemen has warned of the growing dangers posed by the continued military escalation by the Iranian-backed Houthi militias, stressing that the escalation is no longer an internal Yemeni matter or a crisis that can be contained within Yemen’s borders, but an expanding threat to regional security, freedom of navigation, global energy supplies and international trade.
Yemeni Government Condemns Houthi Attempt to Target Mecca
[16/09/2026]
The Yemeni government strongly condemned the Houthi militia’s attempt to target Mecca with a drone, which Saudi Royal Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed before it entered the holy city’s restricted airspace.
Planning Minister Discusses Humanitarian Situation with IOM Chief
[14/09/2026]
Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed al-Faqmi discussed with Head of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Mission in Yemen Abdul Sattar Isouyf the latest humanitarian situation, displacement needs caused by Houthi militia escalation, and ways to strengthen support for affected people.
Health Minister Discusses Expanded Cooperation with Red Cross
[14/09/2026]
Minister of Public Health and Population Dr. Qasim Buhaibeh discussed with Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mission in Aden Amira Krir ways to strengthen cooperation and expand health and humanitarian interventions in affected areas.
MASAM Removes 2166 of Houthi-Laid Landmines, UXO In 11 Days
[13/09/2026]
King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center's Demining Project in Yemen, known as "MASAM" managed to remove 2,166 of landmines, unexploded ordnances (UXO) and improvised explosive devices (IED) Since the beginning of September until the 11th.
Yemen Ambassador, EU Official Discuss Houthi Escalation, Maritime Security
[12/09/2026]
Yemen’s Ambassador to the European Union Mohammed Taha Mustafa discussed the latest developments in Yemen and the Houthi militia’s military escalation along the western coast with Helene Le Gal, Head of the Middle East and North Africa Division at the European External Action Service.