The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced Friday that it has suspended all malnutrition prevention activities in areas of northern Yemen controlled by the Houthi rebels, citing a severe lack of humanitarian funding.
The suspension affects thousands of children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers who relied on these programs to maintain basic health.
WFP confirmed that some nutritional support continues in internationally recognized government-controlled areas but at significantly reduced levels due to similar funding constraints.
UNICEF is expected to assume oversight for the most critical malnutrition cases in select districts, though its capacity remains limited.
The WFP warned of a potential total disruption of aid in Houthi-held regions by the end of July unless immediate financial support is received.
Humanitarian organizations say the move could worsen Yemen’s already dire public health situation, especially in remote and conflict-affected regions. Advocacy groups are urging donor countries to take swift action to restore essential services and prevent further deterioration.