Human rights report: Houthi militia crimes and violations have worsened the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
YWEF Releases Report on Houthi Violations and Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
The Yemeni Women Empowerment Foundation (YWEF) has published a specialized human rights report titled “Internal Siege: Houthi Policies in Impoverishing and Subjugating Yemenis.” This report highlights the systematic crimes and violations committed by Houthi militias, which have exacerbated the humanitarian crises in Yemen.
Alarming Humanitarian Statistics
According to the report, which the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) obtained, international indicators reveal that 19.5 million citizens require humanitarian assistance and protection. Additionally, 17.1 million people suffer from food insecurity, with projections indicating that this number could rise to 18.3 million by 2026. The report also notes that 2.2 million children under five face acute malnutrition, alongside 1.3 million pregnant and nursing women experiencing similar issues. These figures reflect the growing hunger and economic collapse in the country.
Houthi Policies Fueling the Crisis
The report attributes this crisis to a series of policies implemented by the Houthi militias. These policies include banning the circulation of the new national currency, withholding salaries from hundreds of thousands of employees, imposing internal taxes and customs, closing roads, and interfering with trade and fuel movement. As a result, food and medicine prices have surged, purchasing power has diminished, and poverty has expanded. Millions of families now rely on humanitarian aid for survival.
Humanitarian Access Under Threat
On the humanitarian front, the report documents the detention of 163 UN, international, and humanitarian staff members. It also details the storming and confiscation of 73 UN and humanitarian organization offices. These actions have severely undermined relief operations and hindered the delivery of assistance to millions in need, especially as humanitarian requirements continue to rise at an unprecedented rate.
Conclusion
The YWEF report underscores the urgent need for international attention and action to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen. The systematic violations by Houthi militias not only threaten the lives of millions but also challenge the efforts of humanitarian organizations striving to provide essential aid.
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