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Over 100,000 displaced by Houthis as escalation with Saudi-backed Yemeni government continues

"Humanitarian access remains a major challenge. Insecurity, damaged roads, telecommunications disruptions and movement restrictions are affecting operations," UNHCR said in a statement.

  • Over 100,000 internally displaced by Houthi-Saudi conflict in Yemen
  • 85,000 displaced by September, 82,164 since start of month
  • Djibouti hosts over 2,400 refugees, humanitarian response strained

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WATCH: RZP releases AI video showing arrests of judicial officials as part of election campaign

The video was released as part of the far-right party's launch of its plan for a future judicial reform, should it be part of the next government after the October elections.

  • RZP releases AI video showing arrests of Supreme Court officials
  • Video depicts 2023 protest-like scene with security arresting judges
  • Opposition condemns video as inciting violence and damaging judicial system

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Over Sh1 Billion Disbursed to 1,083 Victims of Protests

The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations, including victims of demonstrations and public protests, has disbursed more than Sh1 billion to 1,083 claims.

  • Over Sh1 billion disbursed to 1,083 protest victims
  • 139 claims for economic losses settled with evidence
  • Two claims reclassified for above-scale compensation

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Losing access to Bab el-Mandeb would be 'catastrophic for the entire world,' Qatar warns

The Houthi Red Sea coast offensive has placed another vital shipping route at risk as the Hormuz blockade disrupts trade and energy supplies. Qatar said closing the Red Sea gateway would worsen the crisis and has called for a diplomatic solution.

  • Qatar warns open access to Bab el-Mandeb is vital for global trade.
  • Houthi seizure of islands and ports in the Red Sea threatens the strait.
  • Closure of Bab el-Mandeb would worsen Hormuz blockade disruption.
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