Yemen on the Brink of Starvation: Over 17 Million People Facing Death!
Yemen, a country torn apart by war, is now facing a disaster worse than the conflict itself – starvation affecting a staggering 17 million people! Yes, you read that right – 17 million people, including one million children under five, are suffering from acute malnutrition that threatens their very lives.
A War That Destroyed Everything
It all started when the Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, took over the capital Sana’a, forcing the internationally recognized government into exile in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia then formed a coalition and launched a war to restore the government. The result? The country is devastated, and civilians are paying the highest price.
Humanitarian Aid on Its Knees
Despite the alarming situation, global aid is at a catastrophic low. Of the $2.5 billion requested for humanitarian aid this year, only 9% has been raised! This means millions are left without food, medicine, or basic care. If nothing changes, by September the number of starving people could rise to 18 million, and acutely malnourished children could reach 1.2 million.
Red Sea Turns into a Battlefield
To make matters worse, the conflict is spreading to the sea. The Houthis have attacked commercial ships in the Red Sea in recent days, while Israeli airstrikes on Sana’a and key ports have escalated the conflict further. Freedom of navigation in this strategic area is seriously threatened, with potential global consequences.
Who Will End This Tragedy?
UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, warns that Yemen must not be dragged deeper into a regional crisis. But as political games continue, millions are dying from hunger and disease. Where is humanity? Where is the urgent global response?
Conclusion
Yemen today is a symbol of global failure – failure to stop the war, provide aid, and save innocent lives. If we don’t act now, it will soon be too late. And you? Are you ready to ignore this tragedy or will you speak up at least once? Share your thoughts, because silence is complicity.
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