Top 7 Facts About Human Rights Violations In Yemen

Yemen – Human rights violations occur through genocide, torture, and arbitrary arrest. The humanitarian crisis in Yemen is caused by armed conflict ongoing since 2015. Let us know more about human rights violations in Yemen.

7 facts about human rights violations in Yemen

The conflict has displaced more than 4 million people

The ongoing conflict has displaced more than 4 million people in Yemen. Many people have died because of Yemen’s war between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and government forces backed by a Saudi-led military coalition.

Human rights violations against civilians

Human rights violations committed by the Houthi militia against civilians have increased rapidly in Yemen. Mine explosions near homes, schools, and markets have been a daily occurrence in Yemen.

Recruitment of children to fight battles

Houthis recruited children to fight battles for them. Many children have died in Amran, Hodeida, Ibb, Saada, and Sanaa during fights. According to the United Nations, 2,000 children recruited by Houthi rebels died on the battlefield between January 2020 and May 2021.

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More than 17.4 million Yemenis are food insecure

According to the UN, more than 17.4 million Yemenis are food insecure. Many people in Yemen are deprived of basic food needs. The conflict has driven up hunger levels in the country.

Acute malnutrition among children under 5

There has also been a rise in acute malnutrition among children under 5 years. Children are facing hardships including cholera and malnutrition. It is a result of inadequate food supply.

No education for children

In 2021, around two million children were forced to drop out of school due to conflict and poverty in the country. Some 8.1 million children need emergency education assistance across Yemen.

Crime against women

In 2021, three Yemen-based human rights organizations documented 1,181 violations against women that included murder, torture, enforced disappearance, and sexual violence. Women have experienced rape and abuse due to war.

These are the top 7 facts about human rights violations in Yemen. What do you think about Yemen’s ongoing crimes against humanity?

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Step into the realm of workers' rights with Grace Young as your guide. Grace's storytelling prowess illuminates the human side of labor issues, offering narratives that inspire empathy and understanding.

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