Mr. Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator – Briefing to the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Yemen, 13 August 2026
Millions of people are struggling daily. Food and medicine are scarce, forcing individuals to make difficult decisions. The situation is dire, with health services deteriorating and climate issues exacerbating the problem.
The humanitarian crisis has been ongoing for over a decade, with no improvement in sight. Families have depleted their resources and are facing extreme hardship. Regional tensions are also a concern, potentially worsening the situation.
Further information on this crisis is available from ReliefWeb, including a recent briefing to the Security Council. The briefing highlights the severity of the situation and the need for a resolution to the conflict.
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