Yemen’s Government Condemns Houthi Strikes on Marib Residential Areas

POLICY WIRE — Marib, Yemen — Yemen’s Ministry of Information has strongly condemned recent attacks by Houthi militants on residential areas in Marib, labeling the strikes as a dangerous escalation that poses a severe threat to civilian lives and exacerbates the suffering of the local population.

In a statement released today, the Ministry described the Houthi actions as “a blatant violation of international humanitarian law” and called for immediate international action to address the escalating crisis.

“These attacks represent a significant escalation in the conflict and put countless innocent lives at risk,” said an official from the Ministry. “The international community must act swiftly to prevent further loss of life and to provide much-needed humanitarian assistance to those affected.”

The strikes have reportedly caused significant damage to residential buildings and infrastructure, leading to a rise in civilian casualties and displacement. Local authorities are working to assess the full extent of the damage and to provide aid to those in need.

This development comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, with various factions vying for control and international efforts to broker a ceasefire proving largely unsuccessful. The United Nations and other global bodies have repeatedly called for a de-escalation of violence and a return to dialogue.

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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)