Houthi rebels have intensified attacks in Yemen, worsening the humanitarian crisis as the United Nations warns that three out of four families in government-controlled areas are struggling to find enough food. The conflict, which has escalated in recent weeks, has led to renewed fighting and disrupted aid efforts. The World Food Programme was forced to withdraw from Houthi-controlled regions earlier this year due to pressure from the militia.
The situation has deepened as the rebels, backed by Iran, continue their attacks on government forces. Clashes have erupted in residential neighborhoods in eastern Taiz, near the port city of Mokha. The Saudi-led coalition has accused the Houthis of attacking a power distribution station, further destabilizing the region. The violence has also prompted a military response, with the U.S. Deploying a strike group and 2,000 Marines to the Middle East as part of a broader strategy around Iran.
The conflict has drawn international attention, with the FBI arresting an Energy Department employee for allegedly supporting the Houthis. The accused was charged with buying materials for homemade explosives and drones and traveling to Yemen. This case highlights the growing concern over external support for the rebels. Meanwhile, Pakistan has condemned a Houthi attack on a power station in Medina, calling it a “grave provocation.”
The ongoing conflict has left millions in need, with the UN warning that the food crisis could worsen in areas under Houthi control. The humanitarian situation remains dire, with aid access increasingly restricted. As the violence continues, the international community faces mounting pressure to address the escalating crisis.
