Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Marib, Yemen; Nearly 300,000 Families in Urgent Need Amid Food and Water Insecurity
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Marib, Yemen; Nearly 300,000 Families in Urgent Need Amid Food and Water Insecurity
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New reports indicate that the humanitarian crisis in Marib Governorate has intensified, with hundreds of thousands of families facing severe shortages of food, water, and basic services, requiring immediate humanitarian assistance.
According to a report by the Office for Planning and International Cooperation in Marib, approximately 296,835 families in the governorate need urgent aid this year. Middle East News notes that Marib, a major hub for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Yemen, has been under growing pressure from ongoing conflict and internal migration.
United Nations data indicate that over 62% of Yemen’s IDPs reside in Marib, putting heavy strain on the limited infrastructure and essential services. The rising displaced population has significantly reduced the availability of food, water, and medical care.
The report highlights that around 234,000 families in Marib face severe food insecurity, an increase of roughly 13% compared to 2024, reflecting worsening livelihoods. Factors include food shortages, rising prices, and restricted access to humanitarian aid.
Access to safe drinking water is another critical challenge: Asharq Al-Awsat reports that 63% of residents lack reliable sources of clean water, creating serious public health risks.
Humanitarian experts warn that if conditions persist, Yemen may see increased disease outbreaks, deeper poverty, and further internal displacement. The scale of need in Marib exceeds current response capacity, underscoring the urgency for immediate international action to prevent further deterioration.
