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Yemen Online
6 days ago
- Politics
- Yemen Online
11 Filipino Seafarers Return Home After Surviving Houthi Attack Off Yemen's Coast
Aden – The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers announced late Saturday the safe return of 11 Filipino crew members from the Magic Seas cargo ship, which was violently attacked by Houthi militants while sailing near the Yemeni coast. Undersecretary Bernard Olalia stated during a press forum in Quezon City that the sailors arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport at 11 PM, completing the repatriation of all 17 rescued crew members from the targeted vessel. 'These men endured a traumatic and tragic ordeal that demands immediate care,' Olalia said, adding that the Philippine government will extend psychological and social support, alongside financial assistance and medical evaluations. The announcement comes as search operations continue for 13 missing sailors from the Eternity Seas vessel, which sank entirely following a similar Houthi attack in the Red Sea. The Magic Seas incident marked one of the earliest ship assaults in a wave of escalating maritime strikes linked to the war in Gaza. Houthi Militians claims these attacks are retaliation against alleged support for Israel, though international observers have condemned the operations as "reckless and criminal," warning of serious threats to global maritime security.


Yemen Online
09-06-2025
- Yemen Online
Yemen : Houthis Seize Save the Children's Assets Worth $4 Million Following Office Closures
Sana'a – June 2025 The Houthi Militians in Yemen has seized all assets and properties belonging to the international organization Save the Children, following the organization's decision to shut down its offices and suspend operations in areas under Houthi control. The move has sparked widespread concern among humanitarian circles both locally and internationally. According to informed sources, the confiscated assets include medical equipment, vehicles, electronics, medications, security infrastructure, and office furnishings, with an estimated total value of $4 million. The raids were reportedly carried out under the direct supervision of Houthi leaders, targeting the organization's offices in Sana'a, Hodeidah, Ibb, Saada, Hajjah, and Amran. Save the Children had recently announced the termination of contracts for over 400 local employees and the closure of its offices, citing increasing restrictions imposed by the Houthis that hindered the implementation of its humanitarian programs—particularly those related to child health, education, and protection in conflict-affected areas. As of now, the Houthi leadership has not issued an official statement regarding the seizures.