#HappeningNow World Food Programme has started the distribution of food assistance & reached up to 37% of our beneficiaries so far in #Socotra , #Yemen .
#CycloneTej has made the transportation of food assistance more challenging. But WFP is on the ground, making sure food is delivered on time.💪🏻

Le directeur du PAM au Yémen, tire la sonnette d'alarme dans @LeMonde suite à la fin de l’accord sur l’exportation des céréales ukrainiennes qui fragilise le pays : « L’attention des gens s’est détournée du Yémen »
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WFP is deeply saddened to confirm that a staff member was shot and killed by unknown gunmen on Friday afternoon in Turbah, #Taiz in south west Yemen.

Read the full World Food Programme statement on the death of a staff member in #Yemen : ⬇️ eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%…

In #Yemen , bread is everything.
Woven deeply into culinary history, it’s a humble staple that is shared in various forms with every meal. It’s tradition, community, and a lifeline through difficult times. Discover Yemen’s profound bond with bread below. #Yemen BeyondTheHeadlines

Ready for a sweet start to #July ? Check out this amazing video showcasing #Yemen 's renowned honey and the country’s rich history of beekeeping.🍯

World Food Programme is supporting Hadramout families through beekeeping training & tools, promoting sustainable livelihoods and financial stability.

Did you know that the Hurricane Theatre in Aden, #Yemen , was the first cinema theatre in the Arabian Peninsula?
It closed in 1990, as did all the other theaters in Aden. Long-time caretaker Khaled dreams of the revival of cinematic culture in Yemen.

#Yemen BeyondTheHeadlines

Yemenis are masters of cheese-making. 🧀
Smoked goat cheese from Taiz, #Yemen , made locally by goatherds, is one of the country’s many hidden & cherished delicacies, enjoyed alongside Yemen’s other beloved culinary treasures such as bread, honey & coffee.
#Yemen BeyondTheHeadlines

From the steep mountain slopes of #Yemen to global sensation: Aromatic #coffee 's journey began here, carrying the stories of its people. ☕️

Today, amidst conflict, reviving Yemen's coffee tradition can provide new livelihood opportunities for farmers.

#Yemen BeyondTheHeadlines

On #FathersDay , let's celebrate the love and dedication of fathers around the world. 👨‍👧‍👦

At World Food Programme, we are committed to supporting parents who provide for their families, enabling them to prioritize the upbringing of their children and strive towards a brighter tomorrow. 🌟

Introducing #Yemen BeyondTheHeadlines , a 📽️ series which explores the diverse culture, faces, and landscapes of the country we serve, and sharing the stories of its people. Beyond humanitarian needs, #Yemen deserves ongoing support from the global community for a brighter future.

Known as the Manhattan of the desert, the ancient city of Shibam in #Yemen is a testament to the timelessness of mud-brick construction techniques that have flourished in the region for over 500 years. Ongoing conflict and climate change are putting Yemen's marvels at risk.

📍World Food Programme Country Director in #Yemen , Richard Ragan at a food distribution point in Turbah, a hard-to-reach area in #Taiz . 📽️⬇️

Against all odds, WFP is present on the ground, delivering life-saving food assistance to Yemenis across the country.

#Yemen CantWait

The beauty of a country, the resilience of its people. Powerful exhibition at European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 on EU-funded World Food Programme projects in Yemen. Hélène Le Gal Michael Koehler
#WFP Richard Ragan Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs Ola Sohlström. Pictures by Sayed Asif Mahmud World Food Programme_Europe

🚨 #Yemen faces ongoing food insecurity & malnutrition despite slight improvements in 2023. Conflict & economic crisis persist as major drivers. Food and Agriculture Organization, UNICEF & World Food Programme warn that 3.9M people could face severe food insecurity by year-end.

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Just finished constructive discussions on operational challenges in Yemen with donors, UN agencies, and NGO partners. Many thanks to #EuropeanUnion and Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs for hosting the Senior Officials Meeting in Brussels.

On the margins of the 5th Humanitarian Senior Officials meeting for Yemen, World Food Programme, the #EU and Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs are hosting a photo exhibit at European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺.

The exhibit highlights the rich cultural heritage of Yemen and shows WFP's humanitarian efforts & ongoing challenges faced by the region.

#Yemen 's renowned honey, with its delicious flavour, stems from a rich history of beekeeping.🍯

Through beekeeping training, tools & support, World Food Programme empowers families in Hadramout by supporting sustainable projects that enhance livelihoods & financial stability. 📽️⬇️
#WorldBeeDay

The manuscript library in #Tarim , #Yemen holds over 6,200 old texts, a significant resource for those interested in Yemen's #CulturalHeritage . Persistent conflict in the country has left caretakers struggling to preserve these treasures, many of which have already been damaged.

People in Seiyun, #Yemen welcome the holy month of #Ramadan with the traditional folk dance 'Shabwani'.

Passed down from father to son, this dance connects people to their rich history and culture, especially in times of conflict and climate change.

Ramadan Kareem from World Food Programme!

Japan decided to fund UN on Bhasan Char for #Rohingya refugees and will provide $2m to UNHCR in Bangladesh and World Food Programme, for responses to humanitarian and protection needs. Better services are needed including education, skill and livelihood, both on the island and in Cox’s Bazar. Richard Ragan