International Organization for Migration: 36 Yemeni families displaced in the past week.

On Monday, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced that 36 Yemeni families have been displaced over the past week due to economic and security concerns. This report highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where conflict continues to drive families from their homes.

Weekly Displacement Statistics

According to the IOM’s weekly report, their displacement tracking matrix recorded the movement of 36 families, totaling 216 individuals, from February 9 to February 15. The majority of these displacements originated from the governorates of Al-Bayda, Hajjah, Taiz, and Sana’a. Most families found refuge in Marib, with 24 families relocating there, while 7 families settled in Al-Hudaydah and 5 in Taiz.

Reasons Behind Displacement

The report indicates that security threats prompted 19 families, accounting for 53% of the new displacements, to leave their original areas. Meanwhile, economic conditions related to the ongoing conflict forced 17 families, or 47%, to seek safety elsewhere. These findings underscore the dual challenges of insecurity and economic instability that continue to plague the region.

Humanitarian Needs of Displaced Families

The IOM also highlighted the urgent needs of the displaced families. Approximately 39% require shelter services, while 28% lack access to food supplies. Additionally, 22% of the families need financial support, 8% require non-food items, and 3% seek livelihood opportunities. These statistics illustrate the critical humanitarian needs that arise from displacement.

Cumulative Displacement Figures

From January 1 to February 15, 2025, the total number of displaced families reached 277, comprising 1,662 individuals. This cumulative data reflects the ongoing impact of conflict and instability in Yemen, emphasizing the need for sustained humanitarian assistance.

The situation in Yemen remains dire, and organizations like the IOM continue to monitor and respond to the needs of displaced populations. As the crisis unfolds, the international community must remain vigilant and supportive of those affected by this ongoing humanitarian emergency.

 

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