The Kuwaiti Fund for Arab Economic Development signed Thursday a Grant Agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) worth $1.2 million to contribute to the rehabilitation and maintenance of homes for displaced persons in Yemen.
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Saudi Arabia's Al-Taawoun qualified for the AFC Champions League semi-finals after defeating Iran's Tractor S. 4-2 on penalties, after both teams finished 2-2 after regulation and extra time.
Askar, Gilmore discuss Houthi violations of human rights
[21/03/2018 06:58]
GENEVA -SABA
Minister of Human Rights Dr. MohmmedAskar met today with the Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, Kate Gilmoreof the United Nations at the UN headquarters in Geneva.
They discussed the Houthi violations of human rights in the country and the humanitarian situation against the backdrop of the conflict in Yemen.
The discussion cited Houthis' quelling of a peaceful GPC party members rally in Sana'a on Wednesday in remembrance of Ali Abdullah Salehwhom Houthis killed last December after he indicated his willingness to discontinue rebellion and dialogue with the government.
Houthis intimidated the protesters by shooting fire and beat the demonstrating men and women with clubs and stun guns.