Flooding, displacement and economic hardship continue to drive rising humanitarian needs across Yemen, affecting vulnerable communities nationwide, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said today, as Othman Belbeisi, IOM Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, concluded a field visit to the country.

Years of conflict have left Yemen with severe humanitarian needs and widespread displacement. In 2026, over 22 million people – including 10.95 million women and girls – require humanitarian assistance and protection services. This population includes 5.2 million internally displaced persons, 329,000 migrants, and 63,000 refugees and asylum seekers.

In response to these growing needs, IOM is delivering emergency shelter, clean water, healthcare and protection services, while also supporting early recovery efforts in water, sanitation, education and livelihoods.

“Communities are resilient, but needs are immense,” said Othman Belbeisi. “Thousands of families have lost homes and access to basic services. Sustained international support is critical to ensure assistance continues and to help communities recover.”

Across Yemen, thousands of families have lost shelter and access to water and essential services. On the West Coast alone, more than 500 flood-affected households have received emergency assistance.