Yemen Displacement Tops 112,000 as Houthi Forces Advance
Saudi Arabia's accusation that Houthi fighters targeted Mecca has sparked pro-Houthi demonstrations, as the group continues to gain territory in Yemen, according to France 24.
More than 112,000 people have been displaced in Yemen as Houthi forces continue to seize additional territory, France 24 reported, citing figures from the ongoing conflict.
The report, by Elitsa Gadeva, said the displacement figures come amid renewed tension after Saudi Arabia accused the Houthi movement of targeting Mecca, Islam's holiest site.
According to France 24, the accusation prompted pro-Houthi demonstrations in parts of Yemen, reflecting continued support for the group among some segments of the population despite the wider humanitarian toll of the fighting.
France 24 did not specify the precise geographic areas where the latest Houthi territorial gains occurred or provide further details on the circumstances of the alleged targeting of Mecca. The outlet's report focused on the scale of displacement and the public reaction to Saudi Arabia's accusation.
The developments add to Yemen's protracted conflict, which has repeatedly forced civilians from their homes amid shifting front lines between Houthi forces and their opponents.
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- More than 112,000 displaced in Yemen as Houthis seize more ground — France 24 — English
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