Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen raided UN food and children's agencies, detaining at least one employee. The raids, following an Israeli strike that killed several Houthi officials, are part of a broader crackdown on UN and international organizations in Houthi-controlled areas. The UN's World Food Programme and UNICEF offices were targeted. This action caused the UN to lose contact with several other staff members, who are feared detained. The Houthis have previously detained numerous UN personnel and aid workers, and recently suspended UN operations in Saada after detaining eight staff members. The raids highlight escalating tensions in the region.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.