Tens of thousands flee as Iran-backed Houthis draw Yemen into wider war
Summary
Tens of thousands of people in Yemen have fled their homes due to fighting caused by Iran-backed Houthi rebels advancing along the Red Sea coast. This conflict has worsened an already severe humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where many people lack food and medical care.Key Facts
- Around 125,000 people have fled because of Houthi rebel advances.
- The fighting threatens Saudi oil exports and has raised global fuel prices.
- Yemen’s civil war began in 2014 when Houthis took control of northern areas, including the capital, Sanaa.
- Saudi Arabia leads a coalition supporting Yemen’s government against the Houthis.
- A ceasefire in 2022 was broken when Houthis launched new attacks in July 2024.
- The United Nations reports 8 civilians killed, 32 wounded, and over 57,000 displaced children.
- Many displaced families travel long distances on foot, often with little warning.
- Before the recent fighting, 5 million Yemenis already faced severe food shortages.
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