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Yemen: Protection Risk Overview: January–March 2026
By Protection Cluster at ReliefWeb
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
. During the first quarter of 2026, populations across Aden, Lahj, Abyan, Shabwah, Marib, Taiz, Al Dhale’e, Hadramout, Al Mahweet, Hajjah, Hudaydah, Sana’a, Amran, and Dhamar continued to face complex and overlapping protection risks driven by protracted conflict, repeated climate-related shocks, ec
Key takeaway Moreover, recent regional developments have introduced an additional layer of protection concerns, particularly in light of the conflict involving Iran and the potential implications for Yemen.
Why this matters
The situation in Yemen underscores the need for sustained humanitarian support, particularly in light of the compounding protection risks driven by conflict, climate-related shocks, and economic deterioration. The presence of explosive ordnance contamination, including landmines and explosive remnants of war, poses a significant threat to civilian safety, highlighting the importance of demining efforts and explosive ordnance risk education. Furthermore, the displacement of households across several governorates due to insecurity and localized conflict has placed additional pressure on already overstretched humanitarian services, emphasizing the need for targeted support to address Housing, Land and Property issues. The reliance on private land and informal hosting arrangements has increased the likelihood of secondary displacement, reducing access to durable shelter solutions and exacerbating protection concerns for newly displaced households. As regional developments continue to unfold, it is crucial for faith-based organizations and humanitarian groups to prioritize flexible and adaptive response strategies to effectively address the evolving needs of affected populations in Yemen.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? . During the first quarter of 2026, populations across Aden, Lahj, Abyan, Shabwah, Marib, Taiz, Al Dhale’e, Hadramout, Al Mahweet, Hajjah, Hudaydah, Sana’a, Amran, and Dhamar continued to face complex and overlapping protection risks driven by protracted conflict, repeated climate-related shocks, ec
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