In 2025, 321,000 Yemenis are expected to be displaced due to floods and ongoing conflict.
- Yemen is expected to see 321,000 displacements in 2025 due to floods and conflict.
- Severe flooding caused 264,000 displacements, primarily affecting Hajjah and Aden Governorates.
- ,000 displacements were linked to armed conflicts, marking a 56% increase from 2024.
- By end of 2025, Yemen's internally displaced persons will reach 4.8 million globally.
Report Reveals 321,000 Displacements in Yemen Due to Floods and Ongoing Conflict
A recent report from the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre, part of the Norwegian Refugee Council, revealed that Yemen experienced 321,000 cases of displacement in 2025. This alarming figure stems from severe flooding and a protracted conflict that has plagued the nation for over 11 years.
Unprecedented Floods Lead to 264,000 Displacements
The report highlights that 264,000 displacements resulted from natural disasters, primarily due to intense flooding and prolonged droughts. Flooding accounted for the second-highest displacement figure ever recorded in Yemen, with significant impacts noted in specific regions:
- 25% of displacements occurred in Hajjah Governorate, located in northwestern Yemen.
- 20% of displacements took place in Aden Governorate, situated in the southwestern part of the country.
August 2025 witnessed devastating floods that caused:
- Destruction of shelters for displaced families.
- Repeated displacements for many households.
- Increased health risks and the presence of unexploded ordnance.
- A decline in agricultural production.
The report also indicated that Yemen accounted for 90% of disaster-related displacement in the region, totaling 294,000 cases. This statistic underscores the immense suffering faced by the local population.
57,000 Displaced Due to Armed Conflicts
Additionally, the report documented 57,000 displacements resulting from armed conflicts, marking a 56% increase compared to 2024. Among these cases:
- 29,000 displacements were linked to conflict in Hajjah Governorate.
- 8,600 displacements occurred due to events in Hadhramaut last December.
These figures illuminate the deteriorating security situation in Yemen, compelling more families to flee in search of safety.
Rising Numbers of Internally Displaced Persons in Yemen
By the end of 2025, the report noted that the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Yemen reached 4.8 million, making it the seventh highest globally. The report emphasized that insecurity and a lack of economic opportunities remain the primary barriers preventing displaced individuals from returning home or integrating into host communities.
The humanitarian situation continues to worsen, necessitating an urgent response from the international community to assist these displaced individuals and improve their living conditions.
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