Yemen faces worst food crisis since 2022, aid group warns

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffJanuary 19, 2026 at 03:12 PM

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Yemen is facing a severe food crisis in early 2026, with over 18 million people, more than half the population, expected to experience worsening hunger. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) warns this is the worst outlook since 2022, with potential famine conditions affecting over 40,000 people in specific districts. This crisis is driven by a combination of factors, including reduced humanitarian aid, ongoing conflict, and economic collapse, which have limited access to basic services and increased food prices. By the end of 2025, humanitarian funding was critically low. The IRC urges immediate action to address the rapidly deteriorating situation.

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Somaliland 30% Houthis 40% Saudi Arabia 50% International Rescue Committee (IRC) ×285% Yemen ×595%

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