Heavy clashes along Yemen’s west coast have forced thousands of civilians to abandon their homes, taking to overcrowded boats in desperate attempts to cross the treacherous Bab al-Mandab Strait. The exodus highlights the escalating humanitarian crisis as conflict displaces entire communities, leaving them vulnerable to perilous sea journeys with no clear destination. With no immediate end to the fighting in sight, aid workers warn of worsening conditions for those stranded or fleeing by water. The situation underscores the broader instability gripping the region, where war has repeatedly pushed populations toward extreme measures for survival.
Fighting on Yemen's west coast has prompted thousands of people to flee by boat across the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
