Houthi Rebels Seize UN Human Rights Office in Yemen

The UN demands immediate withdrawal and release of detained staff amid escalating crackdown by Houthi forces.

The Houthis took control of the UN Human Rights Office in Sanaa on August 3, seizing documents, furniture, and vehicles.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk condemned the action, calling for the immediate return of all seized assets.
The Yemeni government urged the UN to relocate its operations to the interim capital, Aden.
Over 60 UN and NGO staff members have been detained by the Houthis, including 13 UN employees.
The situation exacerbates Yemen's ongoing humanitarian crisis, with millions reliant on international aid.