Yemen conflict pushes nearly 86,000 people from their homes
The International Organisation for Migration says renewed fighting between Yemen's government forces and Houthi rebels has displaced nearly 86,000 people, many of whom have been forced to flee repeatedly with little belongings. The agency notes that families are making second or third flights as the conflict hampers the delivery of life‑saving aid. IOM Director General Amy Pope highlighted the deep poverty driving these movements and urged unrestricted humanitarian access and greater international assistance. Earlier reports had documented more than 46,000 displaced since the start of the renewed hostilities.
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Why it matters
The surge in displacement deepens Yemen's humanitarian emergency and strains already limited aid resources.
How this story developed
- Aug 28 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey launch Mecca Defence Alliance, secretariat set in Riyadh
- Sep 11 The UN International Organisation for Migration says at least 46,000 Yemenis have been displaced since last week as clashes intensify.
- Sep 13 Pakistan reiterated that no immediate military response under the Makkah pact is being discussed.
- Sep 14 The displacement figure has risen to nearly 86,000.
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