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Yemen's war escalates as thousands flee homes
Saudi airstrikes and Houthi counterattacks are displacing record numbers of civilians in one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
In brief
Saudi airstrikes and Houthi counterattacks are displacing record numbers of civilians in one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Over 130,000 Yemenis have been displaced since early September alone as fighting intensifies between Saudi-led forces and Iran-backed Houthis. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Saudi strikes hit three provinces
Saudi Arabia carried out 19 airstrikes across Taiz, Al-Jawf, and Marib provinces in 24 hours, killing at least 17 people and wounding 11, according to Houthi-run media.
Houthis escalate with missiles and drones
The Iran-backed Houthi movement has responded by launching missiles and drones deep into Saudi territory, escalating the confrontation between the Saudi-led coalition and the group.
US drone strike reported in southeast
A suspected US drone strike hit a vehicle carrying two suspected al-Qaeda members in Yemen's Hadramaut province, adding another military actor to the conflict.
130,000 displaced in one month
More than 130,000 Yemenis have been forced to flee their homes since early September alone, with the vast majority being women and children, many displaced multiple times.
“the conflict "is expanding across multiple frontlines"”
Houthis advance toward strategic strait
Houthi fighters have rapidly advanced down Yemen's western coast toward the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in clashes with Saudi-backed government forces, triggering mass displacement.
War began in late 2014
The conflict erupted when Houthis seized the capital Sana'a and northern Yemen in late 2014. Saudi Arabia intervened the following year to support Yemen's internationally recognized government.
The headline
Over 130,000 Yemenis have been displaced since early September alone as fighting intensifies between Saudi-led forces and Iran-backed Houthis.
