[French Auction House Placas to Sell Ancient Yemeni Alabaster Funerary Head on October 29

PARIS — The French auction house Placas has announced the upcoming sale of a rare South Arabian alabaster funerary head, believed to originate from ancient Yemen, as part of its “Ancient Art” auction scheduled for October 29. The artifact, carved...

Acting Minister of Economy inaugurates productive families exhibition

Sana'a – Saba: Acting Minister of Economy, Industry and Investment, Sam Al-Bashiri, inaugurated the Yemeni Products and Productive Families Exhibition, held at Al-Wahda Club in the capital, Sana'a. The Acting Minister of Economy, accompanied by...

[ERC continues its humanitarian mission in Yemen, delivering vital aid to families in need across multiple provinces

Aden — The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting vulnerable communities in Yemen by continuing its humanitarian relief operations throughout the country. In recent days, ERC teams have distributed food baskets and...

Yemen Cracks Down on Iran-Backed Smuggling Networks

Yemeni government forces dealt another blow to Iran-backed smuggling networks this week, intercepting two shipments and announcing death sentences against six Iranian traffickers, as international efforts continue to counter illicit activities in...

Risk-ready – Microfinance Backs African Businesses Against Climate Change

Although Africa has contributed only 7% of global carbon emissions since the 19th century, it remains the most vulnerable region to the adverse effects of climate change. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) estimates that seven of the ten...

Prominent Irish Politician Criticizes His Government for Its Trade Deals with Israel

Prominent Irish Politician Criticizes His Government for Its Trade Deals with Israel Dublin – Saba: Prominent Irish politician and former Member of the European Parliament, Mick Wallace, sharply criticized his country's government for being one of...

UPSC Key: Counter-terrorism cooperation, Afghanistan’s seismic risk, and India-UAE relations

Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination: General Studies-II, III: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests, Role of...

"Human Rights Watch" Warns of escalating settler attacks in Occupied West Bank

New York – Saba: Human Rights Watch warned on Monday about the rising attacks by settlers in the West Bank of occupied Palestine, aimed at forcing Palestinians to leave their houses. The organization stated in a post on X, as reported by the Yemen...

[Yemen Tops Arab Countries in U.S. Immigration Visas for 2024

Washington — Yemen has emerged as the leading Arab country in terms of U.S. immigration visas issued in 2024, according to newly released data from World Population Review. The war-torn nation surpassed more populous and politically stable Arab...

UK Ambassador Meets Yemen Central Bank Governor, Urges Swift Economic Reforms Despite Currency Stability

Aden — The British Ambassador to Yemen, Abda Sharif, held a high-level meeting this week with Ahmed Ghaleb Al-Maabaqi, Governor of the Central Bank of Yemen, to discuss recent economic developments and the future of financial stability in the...

[Yemen Seize Wireless Communication Devices and Fiber Equipment at Sarfait Border Crossing in Al-Mahra

Al-Mahra — Security forces at the Sarfait border crossing in Yemen’s eastern Al-Mahra Governorate have intercepted a shipment of unauthorized wireless communication devices and assorted fiber-optic equipment, raising concerns over potential...

[Yemen : UNICEF Delegation Visits Historic Mocha Port to Assess Humanitarian Aid Potential

Taiz — A delegation from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) conducted an official visit to the historic Port of Mocha this week to evaluate its suitability as a designated hub for receiving and dispatching humanitarian aid to Yemen’s...

State Bank reports export gains but domestic slowdown in Pakistan’s cement sector

The State Bank of Pakistan, in its latest annual report on the country’s economy for FY24–25, provided an overview of the cement and construction industries, noting a contrasting performance between domestic and export markets. According to the...

A Journey of Life: The Story of a Yemeni Woman’s Resilience in the Face of Water Scarcity

Before dawn breaks, Hayat (a pseudonym) begins her daily journey to fetch water, balancing on her head a traditional container known in Yemen as a “debbeh”, a jerrycan used to carry water from wells or distribution points. For thirty years, Hayat...

[Yemeni Security Forces Seize Over One Million Narcotic Pills in Major Operation in Lahj

Aden — Security forces in southern Yemen have announced the seizure of more than 1.08 million narcotic pills during a large-scale anti-smuggling operation in Al-Mudaraba and Ras Al-Arah district of Lahj Governorate. The operation marks one of the...

[Yemen : Documents Reveal Extortion Scandal Targeting Homeowners in Central Taiz by Brotherhood-Linked Militants

Taiz — Leaked documents and testimonies from local sources have exposed a major extortion scheme targeting homeowners in central Taiz, allegedly orchestrated by militants affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood’s political wing, the Islah Party....

Meeting discusses plans to tevitalize “Yadco” pharmaceutical company

Sana’a - Saba: A meeting chaired by Acting Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment, Sam Al-Bashiri, reviewed the status of the Yemeni Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Trading Company, “Yadco.” During the meeting, the company’s Chairman of...

[Rare Sabaean Princess Head Statue from Yemen Listed in Vienna Auction, Sparking Heritage Concerns

Sana'a – A rare alabaster statue believed to depict the head of a princess from the ancient Kingdom of Saba is set to be auctioned in Vienna next month, drawing renewed attention to Yemen’s looted heritage and calls for repatriation. The statue,...

Discussing Preparations for "Made in Yemen" Exhibition

Sana'a (Saba) – Today's meeting, chaired by Acting Minister of Economy, Industry, and Investment Sam Al-Bashiri, discussed the preparatory mechanisms for the "Made in Yemen" National Products Exhibition. At the meeting, the Acting Minister of...

Red Sea Ports Corporation, Maritime Affairs Authority Commemorate Martyr's Day

Hodeida – Saba: The Yemen Red Sea Ports Corporation and Maritime Affairs Authority organized a speech event today at the port of Hodeidah to commemorate the Martyr's Day for the year 1447 AH. At the event, the First Deputy Governor, Ahmed...