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The Geopolitician

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Yemen · Country watch

Houthi Attacks Escalate, Fuel Prices Surge

Houthi forces intensify attacks on Aden, while new fuel price hikes increase operational costs.

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Business conditions in Yemen are deteriorating due to intensified Houthi attacks on Aden, rising fuel costs, and adverse weather alerts, affecting safety and operational costs.

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In this briefing Aden · Houthi · National Meteorological Center · diesel · petrol

Regulation

Nothing significant reported today.

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

  • Public sector
  • Logistics
  • Construction

Houthi Forces Launch Missile Attacks on Aden

Mallah District
Mallah District Ahmedxalkatheri, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles targeting Aden, focusing on civilian areas and vital infrastructure, according to hshd.net. The attacks have intensified the ongoing conflict and raised concerns about safety and operational continuity in the city. This escalation follows a series of similar attacks in recent weeks, contributing to the deteriorating security situation in Yemen's southern regions.

Impact Employers in Aden face heightened safety risks and potential disruptions to operations due to intensified Houthi attacks.

Sources: hshd.net ↗

Safety & health

  • Logistics
  • Public sector

Weather Alert Issued for Aden and Surrounding Areas

The National Meteorological Center has issued a yellow alert for Aden and several other provinces, warning of varying intensity rain, thunderstorms, and potential flooding, according to Aden Al-Ghad. The alert advises residents and businesses to prepare for possible disruptions due to adverse weather conditions. This warning comes amid ongoing conflicts in the region, complicating logistics and safety measures.

Impact Logistics operators and public services in Aden and nearby areas must prepare for potential disruptions from heavy rain and flooding.

Sources: Aden Al-Ghad ↗

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

  • Energy
  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing

Houthi Authorities Raise Diesel and Petrol Prices

Houthi authorities have increased the prices of diesel and petrol, with diesel now at 13,000 Yemeni rials for 20 litres and petrol at 11,400 rials for the same quantity, Mareb Press reports. The price adjustments are attributed to global oil price rises and are effective from today. This move is expected to impact transportation and production costs across Houthi-controlled areas.

Impact Transporters and manufacturers in Houthi-controlled regions face increased fuel costs, affecting logistics and production expenses.

Sources: Mareb Press ↗

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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