Fresh clashes along Yemen’s western coast have forced over 2,000 people to flee by sea to Djibouti, as violence displaces civilians in search of safety. The Red Sea crossing marks a dangerous escape route amid ongoing conflict, raising concerns over humanitarian conditions for those arriving. Authorities in Djibouti are now facing the challenge of accommodating the new arrivals, while aid groups assess the needs of those fleeing the fighting. The situation underscores the growing displacement crisis in the region as instability persists.


Escalating fighting along Yemen’s western coast has driven more than 2,000 Yemenis across the Red Sea to Djibouti.