Joint Forces Clear al-Qaeda Camp in Northern Abyan

Joint Forces Clear al-Qaeda Camp in Northern Abyan

ABYAN, Yemen — On January 4, 2025, military sources reported that joint forces launched a swift operation in Abyan province, southern Yemen, successfully clearing a camp used by al-Qaeda militants from the Wadi Itisaba area. According to a statement published on the Southern Shield websit...

Police in Taiz Arrest Nine Suspects in Murder of Journalist’s Father

Police in Taiz Arrest Nine Suspects in Murder of Journalist’s Father

TAIZ, Yemen — On January 4, 2025, the Taiz police announced the arrest of nine individuals in connection with the murder of Saif Hamoud Al-Sharabi, the father of journalist Ghadir Al-Sharabi. The arrests were reported by the Yemeni news agency Saba. According to a police statement, the su...

Massive Rally in Marib Expresses Outrage Over Arson of Gaza Hospital

Massive Rally in Marib Expresses Outrage Over Arson of Gaza Hospital

MARIB, Yemen — On January 3, 2025, a large solidarity rally was held in Marib, northeastern Yemen, to express anger over the recent arson of the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza. The demonstration, which took place following Friday prayers, drew hundreds of participants who voiced their support ...

Cold Snap Hits Dhamar as Temperatures Plunge to Freezing

Cold Snap Hits Dhamar as Temperatures Plunge to Freezing

The National Center for Meteorology and Early Warning announced on January 2, 2025, that Yemen is bracing for extremely cold weather, with the effects of a cold air mass expected to persist into next week. In its weather bulletin, reviewed by Barran Press,  the center reported that mountai...

King Salman Center Launches Child Reintegration Project in Marib

King Salman Center Launches Child Reintegration Project in Marib

MARIB, Yemen — On January 2, 2024, the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid inaugurated a significant project aimed at reintegrating children formerly associated with armed conflict in Marib Governorate, northeastern Yemen. The initiative specifically targets children who have ...