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 May 9, 2024 8:10 PM Residents of three Yemeni provinces under Saudi-led coalition control experienced power outages on Thursday, causing dissatisfaction among residents. Aden, Abyan, and Lahj suffered from electricity supply cuts, leading to health issues like suffocation and fainting due to high temperatures. The lack of fuel to operate generating stations is blamed for the outages, as the coalition-backed government fails to provide necessary resources. Citizens have endured more than 20 hours of outages in a day, exacerbating the crisis during the sweltering summer heat. The dire situation has prompted calls for assistance from public electricity institutions,…

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Last updated May 9, 2024 8:10 PM The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Sanaa government, Hussein Al-Ezzi, issued a warning to America and Britain for using tools of the Saudi-led coalition to target Yemen’s security. Al-Ezzi stated that while peace is Sanaa’s preference, they are prepared for escalation if necessary, keeping a close eye on the operators behind the coalition’s actions. He emphasized the importance of truth and justice, urging the operators to refrain from any hostile behaviors in various aspects. Al-Ezzi cautioned about potential consequences if Sanaa is forced to take actions it has been avoiding, highlighting…

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Employees of European Union Institutions Protest Israeli Aggression Last updated May 9, 2024 11:09 PM More than 100 employees of European Union institutions in Brussels organized a protest against the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip. They displayed three “corpses” symbolizing the violation of international law and human rights. Manus Carlisle, a European Commission employee, emphasized the importance of defending the principles and values of the EU. Similarly, Simona Balogova from the European Committee of the Regions stressed the neutrality of the protest, aimed at upholding EU values. Despite the political sensitivity, the employees were united in their stand for…

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Bahamas has officially recognized the State of Palestine, a decision welcomed by the Hamas movement. The Bahamas Cabinet stated that this recognition demonstrates their commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter and the right to self-determination. As a nation that gained independence in 1973 through self-determination, the Bahamas supports the legal right of the Palestinian people to freely determine their political status. Hamas praised the decision, emphasizing its importance in fulfilling the aspirations of the Palestinian people for liberation and independence. They called on all countries to stand with the Palestinians…

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Israel’s recent actions at the Rafah crossing in the Gaza Strip have raised concerns among humanitarian organizations. According to Jens Laerke, a spokesperson for the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Israel has prevented the United Nations from accessing the vital crossing point. During a press conference in Geneva, Laerke stated that access to the Rafah crossing has been denied by the COGAT office, affecting the flow of humanitarian aid. This restriction has led to a significant impact on the available inventory for essential supplies. With the closure of the Rafah crossing with Egypt, the United Nations is facing…

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