The Human Rights Ministry of Yemen's internationally recognized government, operating from Aden, has formally accused the Houthi movement of carrying out attacks on humanitarian and medical installations that receive funding from Saudi Arabia. The ministry's statement identifies al‑Khawkhah and additional sites on the country's western shoreline as locations where the alleged assaults took place.
According to the ministry, the targeted infrastructure includes a range of facilities that provide basic health and survival assistance. Specifics mention clinics that deliver medical care, warehouses storing food and medicines, as well as projects that supply water and temporary shelter. All of these assets are described as being financed by Saudi sources, underscoring the cross‑border nature of the aid effort in the conflict‑affected region.
The ministry warned that the destruction and looting of these sites could deprive thousands of civilians and internally displaced persons of essential services. By disrupting the supply chain for food, pharmaceuticals and clean water, the alleged attacks risk exacerbating an already fragile humanitarian situation. The loss of shelter projects further threatens the safety of populations already living in precarious conditions.
In its communiqué, the ministry characterized the incidents as “a direct targeting of humanitarian and relief efforts.” The language signals the government's view that the actions constitute a deliberate attempt to undermine aid operations. The statement also highlighted the potential for a widening gap in service provision, emphasizing that the civilian population could face heightened vulnerability as a result.
The accusations come amid ongoing hostilities that have repeatedly hampered the delivery of aid across Yemen. While the ministry has not provided casualty figures, it reiterated that the attacks jeopardize the ability of international and regional donors to sustain critical assistance. The government in Aden called for an immediate cessation of hostilities against humanitarian infrastructure and urged all parties to respect the neutrality of aid providers.
Reporting attribution: based on reporting by Middle East Eye — original source: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/yemen-governmnet-accuses-houthis-attacks-humanitarian-facilities.