Houthis Arrest Aid Workers, Accuse Them of Spying for US and Israel
The detentions jeopardize crucial humanitarian efforts in Yemen amid ongoing conflict and economic strife.
- Houthis claim to have dismantled a 'spy network' operating under the guise of international aid organizations.
- At least 11 UN staff and numerous other aid workers have been detained.
- The arrests are part of a broader Houthi campaign against foreign organizations in Yemen.
- UN and various governments are working to secure the release of the detained staff.
- The conflict in Yemen has resulted in one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.