In the ancient geography of the Red Sea, where civilizations have long sought refuge from one another's conflicts, thousands of Yemenis are once again crossing water in search of safety. Houthi forces have intensified their offensive in western Yemen, displacing civilian populations who are fleeing to Djibouti — a small, already-burdened nation on the Horn of Africa. Among those crossing are pregnant women and children, carrying with them the full weight of a war that the United Nations warns is not winding down but accelerating. The crisis has ceased to be Yemen's alone; it is now reshaping t
Houthis deepen western Yemen offensive, triggering mass displacement to Djibouti
Thousands of Yemenis displaced by fighting, including pregnant women and vulnerable populations fleeing to Djibouti amid humanitarian crisis.