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Yemen Army Advances; Health Crisis Escalates

Yemen's military gains ground in Marib, while the health sector faces collapse due to Houthi escalation.

Florent Kalfon · 6 November 2026 · 4 articles read

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Conditions in Yemen are deteriorating as military operations intensify in Marib and the health sector faces collapse due to Houthi escalation. The situation poses significant challenges for businesses and humanitarian efforts in the region.

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In this briefing Yemeni Armed Forces · Mas Camp · Houthi movement · Lahij Governorate · Minister of Health · Yemen Ministry of Health

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Defence
Public sector

Yemeni forces advance towards Mas Camp in Marib

A 3D model of a military vehicle — Sergey Koznov / Unsplash

Yemeni government forces have advanced towards the strategic Mas Camp in Marib after regaining control of several sites in the nearby Masham Mas area, according to Aden Al-Ghad. This advancement is part of ongoing military operations against Houthi positions in the region. The strategic location of Mas Camp makes it a crucial target for both sides in the conflict. The recent gains by government forces could shift the balance of power in Marib, a key battleground in the Yemeni conflict.

Impact Defence contractors and logistics firms may see increased demand as military operations intensify in Marib.

Sources: Aden Al-Ghad ↗

Safety & health

Public sector

Houthi escalation pushes health sector to collapse

The health sector in Yemen is on the verge of collapse due to escalating Houthi attacks, with Lahij province being the most affected, reports Yemen Monitor. In recent weeks, 309 people have been killed or injured in Lahij, accounting for 47% of new cases. The ongoing conflict has severely strained medical facilities, leading to a shortage of essential supplies and staff. The deteriorating situation poses significant challenges for healthcare providers and threatens the well-being of civilians in affected areas.

Impact Healthcare providers and NGOs face increased operational challenges as the health sector nears collapse.

Sources: Yemen Monitor ↗

Public sector

Emergency measles vaccination campaign launched

Yemen's Minister of Health has announced an emergency vaccination campaign to immunize 957,000 children against measles, according to hshd.net. The campaign aims to curb the rising threat of a measles outbreak, which poses a significant health risk to the country's vulnerable population. The Ministry is mobilizing resources to ensure the widespread distribution of vaccines, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare services. This initiative is part of broader efforts to address public health challenges amid ongoing conflict.

Impact Pharmaceutical suppliers and healthcare workers are mobilized to support the large-scale vaccination effort.

Sources: hshd.net ↗

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