Yemen

Israeli airstrike kills Yemen's Houthi Prime Minister al-Rahawi in Sanaa as tensions rise, raising concerns of a new regional war.

Michael Toledo Aug 31, 2025

International relations expert warns of intensified conflict and reveals all about the alliances between the Iran-backed groups in Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen and Gaza.

Danielle Summer Jan 24, 2024

Rishi Sunak contradicts Grant Shapps as he warns that the UK is ready to strike Yemeni rebels once more if the group continue to hold hostages and attack shipments.

Danielle Summer Jan 17, 2024

The number of reported gender-based violence incidents increased by 36 per cent, amid the nine-year conflict in Yemen. Today, the food crisis has contributed to 500,000 children suffering from severe acute malnutrition.

Danielle Summer Jul 31, 2023

The Saudi invitation certainly signals an extremely important development that will bring about the reintegration of Syria into the Arab fold.

Alon Ben-Meir Apr 21, 2023

Missiles were intercepted over the city of Riyadh as the Formula E event was taking place in Saudi Arabia.

Christine Caparras Mar 01, 2021

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Salman has said his country will share intelligence with the UK to keep it safe.

Brendan Cole Mar 05, 2018

The former international development secretary Andrew Mitchell says Saudi Arabia will be defeated in the conflict in Yemen.

Brendan Cole Feb 22, 2018

At least 30 African refugees drowned after their boat capsized off the coast of Yemen, amid reports of gunfire being used against those on board.

Roger Baird Jan 26, 2018

Extremist material including lectures by the banned al-Qaeda preacher Anwar al-Awlaki were discovered in prayer rooms at the Royal London Hospital and University College Hospital

William Watkinson Jan 25, 2018

"We eat and drink the food that is thrown away," 11-year-old Ayoub said. "We collect fish, meat, potatoes, onions and flour."

David Sim Jan 18, 2018

Houthi-aligned reports say the fighter jet was brought down by a surface-to-air missile "the Yemeni air defence".

Vasudevan Sridharan Jan 08, 2018

Saudi forces intercepted a Houthi missile which was aimed at a royal palace in the residential area of the kingdom's capital.

Vasudevan Sridharan Dec 20, 2017

Coalition warplanes pounded Yemen's capital with at least 25 air strikes overnight in apparent retaliation for the killing of former Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh by Houthi rebels.

David Sim Dec 05, 2017

The US Supreme Court ruled that the ban on seven countries can come into effect even as legal challenges continue through lower courts

James Tennent Dec 04, 2017

There are reports that say Ali Abdullah Saleh's house was blown up by Houthi rebels in central Sana'a amid the ongoing conflict.

Vasudevan Sridharan Dec 04, 2017

There has not been any independent confirmation of the reported missile attack on the al-Barakah nuclear reactor.

Vasudevan Sridharan Dec 03, 2017

This year 14 MPs have received a total of £94,189 in hospitality from the Saudi regime, including business-class flights, luxury accommodation and food.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 27, 2017

International aid groups describe the situation in Yemen as the world's worst humanitarian crisis as millions are at risk of famine.

David Sim Nov 22, 2017

"It is clear that Saudi Arabia and Saudi officials have declared war on Lebanon and on Hezbollah in Lebanon," Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said.

Ananya Roy Nov 11, 2017

UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia have increased by almost 500% since start of Yemen War. Saudi-led air strikes have killed over 5,000 civilians, UN says.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 08, 2017

Crown Prince Mansour bin-Muqrin, deputy Emir of Asir province, was among eigth high-ranking officials on the helicopter.

Priya Joshi Nov 05, 2017

More than 1,600 exhibitors from over 40 countries are displaying their latest weapons and defence systems at Defence & Security Equipment international (DSEi).

David Sim Sep 13, 2017

The group Control Arms has accused the British government of double standards.

Brendan Cole Sep 11, 2017

The deadly strike on Sanaa killed 14 civilians, including six children.

Isabelle Gerretsen Aug 31, 2017

Survivors say fellow migrants were bound, beaten and even killed just for moving during perilous journey.

Paul Wright Aug 11, 2017

Some 20 million people in Africa and the Middle East are facing extreme hunger.

Paul Wright Jul 13, 2017

Human Rights Watch has identified at least 81 apparently unlawful attacks by the Saudi-led coalition.

David Mepham Jul 11, 2017

The Tuesday raid was carried out with the support of Yemeni authorities.

Divya Kishore May 23, 2017

Hospital corridors are lined with sick children and elderly patients, as there aren't enough beds to accommodate them

David Sim May 15, 2017