Author: Basheer

Basheer is a journalist and contributor for the Yemen Press Agency, covering local news from Yemen and latest developments in the Middle East. Yemen Press Agency is an independent news agency and multimedia broadcaster founded in 2018, and headquartered in Sanaa, Yemen. It covers local news from Yemen, news updates from the Middle East, as well as international stories making headlines.

Last updated Jul 18, 2024 12:05 AM A protest by Yemeni scholarship students in India to demand payment of their financial dues A group of Yemeni students studying in India staged a protest demanding the payment of their long-overdue financial allowances by the Saudi-led coalition-backed government. The students expressed how the delay in their dues has significantly impacted their living conditions and educational progress over the past 18 months. They urged the government to promptly resolve their financial issues, accusing the Ministry of Finance of intentionally delaying their payments. The students also called for a halt on academic demands until…

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Eye of Humanity Center Reveals Shocking Statistics on Saudi-led Coalition Crimes in Yemen Last updated Jul 17, 2024 8:30 PM The Eye of Humanity Center for Rights and Development has released alarming statistics on the atrocities committed by the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen over the past 3,400 days. According to the report, the coalition’s aggression has resulted in the deaths of 18,456 civilians and left 31,952 others wounded, totaling 50,408 victims. Of this staggering number, 4,132 children have lost their lives and 5,022 have been injured in the conflict. The statistics further highlight the deliberate targeting of essential infrastructure, including…

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The Minister of Transport in Sanaa Reiterates Need for Sanaa International Airport to Fully Open Last updated Jul 17, 2024 8:30 PM Minister of Transport in the Sanaa government, Abdulwahab Al-Durra The Minister of Transport in the Sanaa government, Abdulwahab Al-Durra, emphasized the importance of fully opening Sanaa International Airport to all destinations. He stated that the leadership in Sanaa is determined to restore the airport to its pre-war status. Al-Durra highlighted the closure of Sanaa Airport by the Saudi-led coalition due to Yemen’s support for Palestine. He expressed frustration over the coalition’s delays in reopening agreed-upon destinations despite a…

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Recent talks in occupied Palestine have revealed a sense of urgency regarding the fate of Palestinian prisoners. Minister of War Yoav Galant expressed concern that if an agreement is not reached within the next two weeks, the prisoners’ safety will be compromised. While conditions for a potential agreement with Hamas have improved, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political considerations are complicating the process. Netanyahu is hesitant to make concessions that could alienate key coalition members. Top officials including Mossad’s Dedi Barnea and Shin Bet’s Ronan Bar acknowledge the challenges ahead. Netanyahu’s insistence on certain conditions, such as maintaining control of the…

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The Yemeni Armed Forces Target Israeli Ship and Military Targets in Palestine Last updated Jul 15, 2024 12:22 AM The Yemeni army spokesman, Brigadier General Yahya Sarie The Yemeni armed forces of the Sanaa government conducted two military operations targeting an Israeli ship in the Gulf of Aden and military sites of the Zionist enemy in southern Palestine’s Umm al-Rashrash area. The operation involved naval forces, unmanned air force, and missile force, successfully hitting the Israeli ship “MSC UNIFIC” with ballistic missiles and drones. Additionally, drones targeted military targets in the Umm al-Rashrash area. The operations aimed to support the…

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Aden, July 14 (YPA) – In response to the withdrawal of their licenses by the Central Bank of Aden, major exchange companies and several banks have closed their doors in Aden and other areas under the Saudi-led coalition’s control. Local sources have reported that “Al-Kuraimi Microfinance Bank” and “Al-Tadhamon Bank” closed their branches in Aden and surrounding regions after Aden Bank revoked their licenses. Additionally, several Yemeni banks refused to relocate their headquarters from Sanaa to Aden, leading to closure. The banks have rejected what they call a Saudi-American conspiracy to destroy the banking sector, crucial to the Yemeni economy.…

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Foreign Exchange Rates Soar in Yemen Leading to Economic Catastrophe Last updated Jul 14, 2024 5:55 PM Foreign exchange trading rates in Yemen In a concerning turn of events, foreign currency exchange rates have continued to rise against the Yemeni riyal in Aden and other regions controlled by the Saudi-led coalition. The dollar exchange rate has surpassed 1,900 riyals, while the Saudi riyal is nearing 500 riyals, according to banking sources. The rapid devaluation of the local currency in Aden is pointing towards an impending economic crisis, exacerbated by the coalition government’s failure to implement effective economic solutions. Economists attribute…

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The Economic Effects of Yemeni Strikes on Shipping Movement in the Red Sea Last updated Jul 13, 2024 8:16 PM The port of Eilat, also known as Umm al-Rashash, in occupied Quds is experiencing financial difficulties due to the significant decrease in shipping volumes by 85% following the Yemeni strikes on shipping movement in the Red Sea. The port’s CEO, Gideon Gilbert, has reported no activity at the port for eight months, leading to a lack of revenue. The effects of the attacks have impacted trade in the Zionist enemy entity, diverting container ships on a much longer journey around…

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The Israeli occupation forces committed a massacre near Al-Nas junction in Gaza, resulting in the death of 71 Palestinians and injuring 289 others. The attack targeted tents of displaced people in Mawasi Khan Yunis, causing over 50 deaths and many injuries. The Ministry of Health in Gaza reported the tragic incident, with children as young as two among the victims. The Israeli forces bombed the area with three missiles, hindering rescue efforts by targeting Civil Defense members. The government media office in Gaza stated over 100 martyrs and wounded were found in the refugee camps, with limited medical facilities to…

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Sanaa Airport Director Calls for Opening Airport Completely In a recent statement, Sanaa International Airport Director, Khaled Al-Shayef, urged for the complete opening of Sanaa Airport to all destinations, emphasizing that it is the right of all Yemeni people. Al-Shayef emphasized that partial solutions are not acceptable and highlighted the impact of the Saudi-led coalition’s total siege on the airport, leaving thousands of Yemenis stranded in various countries. Before the aggression and siege, Sanaa Airport operated 50 daily flights to over 30 destinations, showcasing the severe consequences of the current restrictions. The Minister of Transport in the Sanaa government, Abdulwahab…

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