
Food chain broken: famine in Yemen
The Intelligence from The Economist
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Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen
This chapter explores the devastating humanitarian crisis in Yemen due to a prolonged civil war, highlighting the urgent need for food aid affecting two-thirds of the population. It addresses the accusations between the Houthis and the UN, the complexities of aid distribution amid ongoing violence, and the risks posed by a deteriorating oil tanker offshore. The discussion emphasizes the critical necessity for financial assistance and a comprehensive resolution to the war to alleviate the famine and related issues.
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