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World · 22 September 2026

Thousands of Yemenis flee fighting across Red Sea to Djibouti

Thousands of Yemenis flee fighting across Red Sea to Djibouti

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A sudden surge in fighting along the Red Sea coast has led to the displacement of over 120,000 Yemenis. Numerous families have escaped to Markazi camp in Obock, Djibouti, by traversing the Bab al-Mandab Strait in boats. The G7 nations have called on the Houthis to stop military actions and attacks on shipping.

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