Yemen: humanitarian community to discuss deteriorating humanitarian situation

Published on November 11, 2020

The humanitarian situation in Yemen continues to deteriorate due to the ongoing conflict and the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. On 12 November, the European Commission and Sweden will host the second Yemen Humanitarian Senior Officials Meeting to discuss the most pressing issues. 

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