The story so far · 2 days, October 13 to 14, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Sanaa, Yemen on October 13, 2026. Newest first.
Yemen has faced one of the world's worst humanitarian crises since its civil war intensified in 2015. Cholera spreads through contaminated water and thrives where sanitation infrastructure collapses.
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The World Health Organization said suspected cholera cases in Yemen have surged over the past three weeks. The country previously endured a six-year outbreak linked to its humanitarian crisis.
Why it matters: A renewed cholera wave threatens a population already weakened by war and damaged health and water systems.
Sources: Arab News · See it on the globe
The World Health Organization reported a sharp rise in suspected cholera cases in Yemen over the past three weeks. Yemen previously endured a cholera outbreak that lasted six years amid its humanitarian crisis.
Why it matters: A renewed outbreak adds to pressure on a population already weakened by years of war and a damaged health system.
Sources: AFP via Arab News · See it on the globe