Yemen's Central Security Agency announced a successful joint security operation on Tuesday. The operation was carried out by coalition special forces and Yemen's counter-terrorism force (Force 22). They killed the ISIS spokesman, known as Abu Hudhayfah al-Ansari, while he was hiding in a house in Seiyun, Hadhramaut. The operation eliminated a key figure in the terrorist organization.
A Yemeni official known as Al-Zawba has stated that rebuilding the Yemeni state is a shared interest for both Yemen and its Gulf neighbors. The remarks frame state restoration as a matter of mutual benefit rather than a purely domestic concern. The comments come amid ongoing efforts to stabilize the country after years of conflict.
A child was killed and a woman and four other children were injured in separate incidents in Yemen. A projectile from militia remnants exploded in Marib, and Houthi shelling hit Al-Dhale and Taiz. The Interior Ministry's security media center reported the casualties.
The national youth team lost its first Asian qualifier match against Cambodia. The game ended in a 2-1 defeat in Phnom Penh. This match was part of the first round for the Under-20 Asian Cup.
Yemen's Islah party has told its provincial offices to cancel celebrations for its 36th anniversary, which falls on September 13. Instead, the party wants to channel all resources and efforts into supporting the liberation battle. The directive shifts focus from festivities to the ongoing conflict.
Military operations continued on four fronts in Yemen, with the army stepping up artillery and air strikes against Houthi positions in Marib. A field commander of the militia was targeted along with his escorts and a heavy supply vehicle. There were also clashes at sea with Houthi boats near the international shipping lane in the Red Sea.
A rights organization has reported that more than 160 abductees have been tortured in Houthi prisons in Ibb province, including 47 deaths. The Yemeni Network for Rights and Freedoms released the report on the International Day of the Disappeared. The abuses occurred amid widespread abduction campaigns since the Houthi takeover in 2014.
A massive fire broke out in a foam factory in the Bier Basha area of central Taiz on Thursday evening. The flames spread quickly, causing heavy damage to the building and its contents. Thick smoke could be seen from several nearby neighborhoods. Local sources said the fire started suddenly, but the cause is still unknown.
The International Organization for Migration reported that Houthi attacks have displaced 227 families in Mawza district, Taiz. The escalation targets civilians and residential areas, forcing families to flee.
A 70-year-old man died under torture in Houthi prisons in Yemen's Hodeidah province, just three days after his arrest and forced disappearance. A rights group reported the death, saying it shows the rising toll of abuse in Houthi detention centers.
A police training school in Marib celebrated the graduation of 84 female officers. The women came from the capital Sanaa and the provinces of Ibb, Amran, and Al Mahwit. Deputy Interior Minister Mohammed al-Sharif praised the graduates for their dedication.
Yemeni military forces deployed a new drone brigade for operational use. In separate actions, the navy seized an Iranian military shipment and destroyed a remote-controlled boat intended for commercial shipping attacks.
The national youth team starts its Asian Cup qualifying campaign on Monday against Cambodia. They are competing in Group Seven alongside Japan, Kuwait, and Yemen. The qualifying matches are taking place in Cambodia.
Iran's embassy in Sanaa handed out 7,500 food baskets as humanitarian aid to mark the Prophet Muhammad's birthday. The baskets contained basic food items and were part of a charitable effort.
Shabab Hadramout advanced to the quarterfinals of the Republic Cup after a 4-2 win over Al-Tilal at the Al-Hubaishi Stadium in Aden. The team took a 3-1 lead into halftime in a lively match. The victory sends them through to the next round.
دشّن وكيل محافظة مأرب مفتاح مشروعاً لتحسين خدمات المياه في هيئة مستشفى مأرب العام، بتمويل سعودي. يهدف المشروع إلى معالجة نقص المياه في المستشفى وضمان استمرار الخدمات الصحية للمرضى. يأتي هذا الدعم ضمن جهود سعودية متواصلة لتعزيز القطاع الصحي في المحافظة التي تستضيف آلاف النازحين.
Tadhamon Hadramout advanced to the quarterfinals of the Republic Cup after beating Al-Sadd Marib on penalties. The match ended 0-0 in regular time, with both sides missing several chances. In the shootout, Tadhamon won 4-3 at the Al-Faqid Baradim stadium in Mukalla.
The US dollar remained steady near an eight-day high on Thursday. Recent inflation and economic data suggest the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates. This pushed the dollar index up against the euro and yen.
Yemeni writer Afnan Ahmed Al-Hababi has released her first book, "The Beginning of the End," a collection of literary texts about the struggles of Yemeni youth trying to hold onto their dreams during the war. She described the work as a unique emotional and human experience.
Global rice prices have climbed more than 21% from a year ago, driven by wars, shipping disruptions, and higher energy and fertilizer costs. Futures contracts are also rising, raising fears of a new wave of food inflation. The crisis could spread to other staple foods.
युवा यमनी लेखिका अफनान अहमद अल-हबाबीले आफ्नो पहिलो साहित्यिक कृति 'बिदायत अल-निहाया' प्रकाशन गरेकी छन्। यो पुस्तक युद्धको भग्नावशेषमा आफ्ना सपना बुन्ने यमनी युवा पुस्ताको वास्तविकता व्यक्त गर्ने गद्य संग्रह हो। लेखिकाले यसलाई भावनात्मक अनुभव भनेकी छन्।
The second round of the third-division football qualifiers in Marib province wrapped up with tight competition for promotion spots. Al-Wahda beat Ma'in 3-0, while Al-Abtal defeated Al-Amoud 2-0. Both teams now have four points.
Gold prices held steady on Wednesday after touching a three-month high the previous session. Investors are waiting for a key US inflation report to gauge the path of interest rates. Spot gold was little changed at $4,652.39 per ounce.
A 10-year-old boy was killed by a stray bullet in Ibb province during Houthi militia celebrations for the Prophet's birthday. Local sources identified the child as Hassan Muhammad Hassan al-Damini, who died in the al-Sabt neighborhood of Dhihar district. The shooting came from heavy gunfire by militia members, reflecting the severe security breakdown in the area.
A seminar in Riyadh discussed the Houthi celebration of the Prophet's birthday, focusing on legal violations, sectarian exploitation, and economic misuse. The event was organized by the program for communication with Yemeni scholars as part of awareness efforts to promote moderation. Participants examined how the celebration has been used for political ends.
The draw for the group stage of the third Gulf Club Champions League placed Shabab Hadramaut in Group One. The draw took place on Monday via video conference at the Gulf Football Federation headquarters. The tournament is scheduled for the 2026-2027 season.
The dollar hovered near its lowest level in months on Monday. The Canadian dollar slipped 0.2 percent in early trading. The Australian and New Zealand dollars traded near recent highs.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the country has pushed oil output to an all-time high, making it the world's biggest energy producer. He posted on X that the American oil and gas sector reached unprecedented production levels.
The Yemeni Football Association has announced an internal training camp for the national team in Aden. Twenty-eight players have been called up for the camp. The preparation is for the Gulf Cup 27, with coach Noureddine Ould Ali leading the squad.
Hull City celebrated their return to the English Premier League after nine years by beating Manchester United 2-0 at home. The win came in the season's opening round. They had been relegated in 2016-17 and finally made it back.
The first round of Third Division football qualifiers in Marib has concluded. Local teams Al-Amoud, Al-Qardaie, and Al-Watan secured victories, while the match between Al-Abtal and Al-Wahda ended in a draw.
Japan's imports hit a record high in July, driven by a weak yen and strong demand for semiconductor products. Total import value rose 27.8% year-on-year to 12.1 trillion yen (about $76.39 billion). This marks the second consecutive month of record imports.
Oil prices rose for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday. Brent futures gained 42 cents, or 0.5%, to $91.44 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude rose 51 cents, or 0.6%, to $85.45.
A woman was brutally killed in a town in Ibb province amid a security breakdown. Local sources say Wahiba Abdo Abdullah Musleh was beaten with a sharp tool in the village of Al-Masjid Al-Ahmar.
Saudi Aramco and Maaden signed a deal to create a joint venture for mineral exploration. The partnership focuses on finding copper and other metals needed for energy transition. Maaden will hold a 51% stake in the new company.
Oil prices rose on Tuesday, with Brent crude futures climbing 27 cents, or 0.3 percent, to $91.14 a barrel. That followed Monday's close at its highest level since July 30. US West Texas Intermediate also gained 42 cents to $85.04 a barrel.
Oil prices climbed on Monday, with Brent crude rising 1% to $89.40 a barrel. In the latest trading, it was up 72 cents to $89.20. US West Texas Intermediate futures gained 44 cents to $82.83. Both contracts had jumped more than 5% last week.
Abdullah Faris Mohammed Ali won second place at the 20th Mohammed VI International Prize for the Holy Quran. The competition took place in Rabat and included participants from 53 countries.
Abyan province held a group wedding for 214 couples with disabilities and from the poorest families. Philanthropists funded the event, which carried the slogan 'Will makes hope'. The local council's secretary general praised the effort during the festive ceremony.
Yemen's health minister and the governor of Lahj inaugurated a new dialysis center at Ibn Khaldun General Hospital in Al-Hawtah on Monday. The center was built and equipped with funding from the Qatar Red Crescent. It adds a new resource to the local healthcare system.
The UN's Food and Agriculture Organization has warned of heavy rains and flash floods in several Yemeni provinces. The forecast predicts varying rainfall, with the heaviest expected in Ibb, Dhamar, and Sanaa. The agency cautioned about potential torrents and sudden flooding in the coming days.