At least 45 People Die and 111 Missing After Smugglers Force Migrants Off Vessels What happened near Obock? Tragic incident off the coast of Obock, near Godoria Smugglers forced migrants off boats returning from Yemen How many casualties and missing? 45 people confirmed dead 111 individuals still missing The heart-wrenching event unfolded near Obock, where … Read more
In response to the severe flooding and violent windstorms affecting nearly 562,000 people in Yemen, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched a campaign to provide urgent relief. What is the current situation in Yemen? Severe flooding and windstorms have impacted 562,000 people in Yemen. Thousands are displaced and in urgent need of assistance. … Read more
January How has Norway improved prison conditions for those with mental health problems? Isolation reduction and more resources allocated Why were Russian rock band Bi-2 members detained in Thailand? Concerns over persecution in Russia for anti-war stance What led to the withdrawal of a bill in Belgium undermining the right to protest? Pressure from trade … Read more
Why are UN staff being detained in Yemen by Huthi authorities? Huthi security forces conducted raids and arrested at least 27 staff, including both men and women. The detained staff are from both UN agencies and local/international civil society organizations. Those arrested were providing assistance to vulnerable populations in Yemen. What are the consequences of … Read more
Yemen Faces Escalating Acute Watery Diarrhea Crisis: IOM Steps Up Response What is happening in Yemen? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is intensifying its efforts to combat the Acute Watery Diarrhea (AWD) and cholera outbreak in Yemen. Over 30,000 suspected cases of AWD have been reported in the country since the start of the … Read more
Tragedy Strikes: 49 Migrants Dead and 140 Missing After Boat Capsizes off Yemen Coast In a heartbreaking turn of events, a boat carrying 260 migrants capsized near Alghareef Point in Shabwah governorate, resulting in the loss of at least 49 lives and leaving 140 individuals missing. This devastating incident occurred on June 10, shaking the … Read more
Today, from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, and Yemen, we are witnessing a global and collective failure to protect civilians in armed conflicts,” said ICRC’s president Mirjana Spoljaric. Why is civilian protection in armed conflicts crucial? Ensuring safety and security of non-combatants Upholding international humanitarian law Preserving human dignity What … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Calls for Urgent Funding to Support Humanitarian Return Program in Yemen What is the current situation in Yemen? Amidst ongoing regional conflicts and socio-economic instability What is the focus of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)? Highlighting the need for urgent funding Supporting the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) programme … Read more
Tragedy Strikes: Migrants Capsized in Djibouti Waters On April 22, a tragic incident unfolded as a boat carrying 77 migrants, among them children, set sail from Ras al-Ara off Yemen’s coast. The journey ended in disaster as the vessel capsized near the coastal town of Obock, leaving at least 24 individuals dead and 20 missing. … Read more
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and other humanitarian organizations appeal for funding What is the appeal for? Urgent request for USD 112 million Support over 2.1 million migrants and host communities Focus on Eastern and Southern routes Where was the appeal made? Geneva, Switzerland, at a donor briefing on 16 April The International Organization … Read more