LAHJ, Yemen — On January 2, 2025, a security operation in the coastal districts of Al-Mudaribah and Ras Al-Ara in Lahj Governorate led to the interception of a smuggling boat carrying 138 Ethiopian migrants, according to a statement from the security campaign. The operation, conducted by ...
On December 31, 2024, Bahrain secured a spot in the final of the 26th Gulf Cup of Nations by defeating Kuwait 1-0 at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Al-Ardiya, Kuwait. The victory came courtesy of a late goal from striker Mohammed Jassim Marhoon, who netted the only goal of the match in th...
On January 1, 2024, the Yemeni Landmine Monitor, a non-governmental organization, reported that 28 civilians were killed or injured due to Houthi landmine explosions during December 2023. In a series of posts shared on X (monitored by Barran Press), the monitor detailed that their field teams d...
MUKALLA, Yemen — On January 1, 2025, Yemen's Ministry of Transport announced that Yemenia Airways has received approval from Egyptian authorities to resume direct flights between Al-Riyan Airport in Mukalla, Hadhramaut, and Cairo International Airport. In a statement published on its ...
MARIB, Yemen — On January 1, 2024, the Social Affairs and Labor Office in Marib, in collaboration with Qatarat Development Foundation, concluded a training course aimed at enhancing the capabilities of professionals working in child protection. The training featured sessions led by Saktor...
On January 1, 2025, Yemen's National Commission to Investigate Allegations of Human Rights Violations released its annual summary, monitored by Barran Press, revealing the persistence of human rights abuses in several provinces throughout 2024, despite a United Nations-brokered ceasefire annou...
On December 31, 2024, Syrian Foreign Minister Asad Al-Shaibani announced that he received a phone call from Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Al-Shaibani noted that the conversation emphasized the importance of both countries in fostering stability and pr...
A recent study published on December 30, 2024, reveals that the behavior of the Houthi group, designated as a terrorist organization by various countries, is influenced by a complex set of historical, sectarian, and political perceptions that date back to the group’s founding by Hussein Badr...
On December 31, 2024, a tribal source reported the discovery of a burnt car and charred weapons in a desert area of Marib, northeastern Yemen. The vehicle, according to Barran Press source, is believed to belong to "Marzouk Yahya Al-Zuhri Al-Dahmi," a young man from Al-Jawf who has...
On December 31, 2024, a governmental meeting took place in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, led by Dr. Qassem Buhaibeh, the Minister of Public Health and Population. The meeting focused on localizing the pharmaceutical industry in the country and included key figures such as the Minister of In...
On December 31, 2024, Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported that the Israeli Defense Ministry's rehabilitation department is seeing approximately 1,000 injuries each month due to the ongoing war in Gaza, as well as the recently concluded conflict in Lebanon, which ended on November 26. Si...
On December 31, 2024, security sources in Aden, Yemen's temporary capital, reported that forces aligned with the Southern Transitional Council (STC) seized a checkpoint belonging to the Presidential Guard near the Maashiq Palace, the base of the internationally recognized Yemeni government. ...
On December 30, 2024, Dr. Qassem Baheeb, Yemen's Minister of Public Health and Population, announced significant initiatives aimed at introducing vital vaccines to prevent the spread of cancer. This declaration was made during the official launch of the National Cancer Control Strategy for 202...
On December 30, 2024, Major General Khaled Fadel, commander of the Taiz military axis, asserted that his forces have demonstrated unwavering resilience on multiple fronts, successfully thwarting all attempts to destabilize the province. His remarks came during the annual conference of the Taiz mil...
On December 29, 2024, Al-Faruq Club of Marib, northeastern Yemen, clinched the title of the Football Activation League Cup after a thrilling final match against Saba Club, winning 3-2. The tournament, organized by the Youth and Sports Office of the Marib Valley district, featured 12 teams and s...
On December 29, 2024, military sources reported that the Houthi group, designated as a terrorist organization by the international community, has resumed attacks on Yemen's army positions and civilian homes in Taiz Province, located in the southwest of the country. According to the official...
A statement attributed to Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) revealed on Sunday, December 29, 2024, that the group has executed 11 hostages, including journalist Mohamed Al-Maqri, who had been kidnapped in October 2015 from the city of Mukalla in Hadhramaut, eastern Yemen. The announcemen...
On December 29, 2024, an official document revealed that Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council had dismissed three high-ranking officials from the Prime Minister's office in connection with the disappearance of financial checks. The council has mandated further investigation into the all...
Sheikh Ahmed Al-Essi, president of the Yemeni Football Association, announced a financial reward for the national team following their impressive performance in the 26th Gulf Cup held in Kuwait. After the team secured a victory against Bahrain in their final match, Al-Essi pledged to award each pl...
On December 28, 2024, a local source in Shabwa province, eastern Yemen, reported that two brothers were killed by a relative in Ataq, the provincial capital. According to the source speaking to Barran Press, the assailant identified as Naif bin Khalid Qais Al-Barasi, shot and killed Salih Salah...