Yemen: At least 76,000 people displaced since July, anti-Houthi coalition announces airstrikes
Following a swift offensive by Houthi rebels on Yemen's coast, the Sanaa government, backed by Saudi Arabia, says it is targeting rebel fighters through airstrikes. Iran and the United States have responded to the escalating situation.
According to information reported by RFI, at least 76,000 people have fled fighting in Yemen since July, amid a resumption of hostilities between government forces and Houthi rebels.
This week, the Houthis launched what has been described as a lightning offensive, allowing them to seize control of part of Yemen's coast, according to the same source. On Saturday, September 12, the Yemeni government, backed by Saudi Arabia, said it is seeking to retake lost territory by targeting rebel fighters through airstrikes.
According to RFI, international reactions to this escalation have been swift, notably from Iran and the United States, though the details of their respective positions have not been specified in the available information at this stage.
The humanitarian situation remains concerning, with the figure of 76,000 displaced since July highlighting the scale of population movements linked to the resumption of fighting in the country, according to reported data.
Sources
- DIRECT- Moyen-Orient: au moins 76000 personnes ont fui les combats au Yémen depuis juillet — RFI — Français
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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