IOM: Suffering continues in Yemen as humanitarian crisis escalates

(MENAFN) The International Organization for Migration (IOM) issued a stark warning on Wednesday as Yemen marks the 11th anniversary of the ongoing conflict, emphasizing that the suffering "never stopped." According to the IOM, nearly 20 million people in the country require humanitarian aid for survival.

Additionally, more than 4.8 million individuals remain displaced, many residing in makeshift shelters with inadequate access to essential resources such as food, healthcare, and protection. Women and children are particularly vulnerable, facing increased risks of violence, malnutrition, and poor health. The situation is further exacerbated by climate-related disasters, including floods and droughts, which continue to intensify Yemen’s humanitarian emergency.

IOM Director General Amy Pope emphasized that "the war in Yemen has faded from global attention, but for those living through it, the suffering has never stopped." She added, "Now, more than ever, global solidarity is needed to prevent millions from being left behind."

The plight of migrants stranded in Yemen under "brutal conditions" adds to the crisis. Almost60,900 migrants arrived in 2024 alone, with no means to survive. Critical aid programs, including IOM's Voluntary Humanitarian Return program, face severe funding shortfalls.

Pope urgently called for immediate international action, warning, "Every day without action means more suffering, more lives lost, and less hope for the future."

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