April 2020. A ceasefire declaration by Saudi Arabia in war-shattered Yemen that was due to come into effect on Thursday has been welcomed by United Nations chief António Guterres as a way to promote peace and slow the advance of COVID-19. The development comes some two weeks after the UN Secretary-General issued a global appeal… Continue reading Apr 2020. Saudi led Coalition Ceasefire in Yemen
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Mar 2020. Saudi Intercepts Missiles
March 2020. Saudi Arabia’s air defences intercepted two ballistic missiles above the kingdom’s capital, Riyadh, and the southern city of Jizan, the first attack on the kindom’s capital in more than a year. Military spokesman Turki al-Malki, in a statement quoted by the Saudi Press Agency, blamed the foiled assaults on Yemen’s Houthi rebels and… Continue reading Mar 2020. Saudi Intercepts Missiles
Feb 2020. Medical Rescue in Yemen
February 2020. Peals of laughter bounced off the bright yellow walls of an inflatable castle, and the click-clack of children playing air hockey pierced the air. Thirteen-year old Raghad pushed the plastic puck with all the strength she could muster from her delicate frame. The hint of a smile peeked from her protective face mask.… Continue reading Feb 2020. Medical Rescue in Yemen