Crisis in Yemen: Call for Peace and Aid

Summary

The European Parliament addresses the escalating civil war and humanitarian catastrophe in Yemen. It demands an immediate end to violence and calls for urgent humanitarian assistance.
10 09.07.2015
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economy
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human rights
public safety
social policy
international agreement
international relations

Key points

  • The situation in Yemen is classified as a top-level humanitarian emergency.
  • Civilian lives are being lost due to air strikes and ground combat.
  • A naval blockade is preventing essential supplies from reaching the population.
  • The healthcare system is facing imminent collapse.
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