US Cuts 80% of Yemen Aid Following Houthi Re-Designation

US Cuts 80% of Yemen Aid Following Houthi Re-Designation

The U.S. State Department has terminated over 80% of USAID programs in Yemen, representing approximately 5,200 contracts. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, via X, stated the six-week review determined these programs were detrimental to U.S. national interests. The remaining 18% of aid, roughly 1,...

US Agency Vows Continued Aid to Yemen, Including Houthi-Controlled Areas

US Agency Vows Continued Aid to Yemen, Including Houthi-Controlled Areas

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) reaffirmed its commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Yemen, including areas under the control of the Houthi rebels, on Sunday, July 28th, 2024. The agency stated that humanitarian assistance plays a crucial role in mitigating ...