Yemen

Yemeni Government Resigns

President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi, Prime Minister Khaled Bahah and ministers quit after Iran's proxy Houthis besiege his palace.

Al-Qaeda in Yemen Calls for 'Lone Wolf Attacks' in West

Al-Qaeda's Yemen branch calls for “lone wolf attacks” against the United States and the West in new video.

UN Condemns Houthi Attack on Yemen's Presidential Palace

Security Council condemns an attack by Houthi rebels on Yemen's presidential palace, voices support for President Hadi.

Iran-Backed Houthi Rebels Besiege Yemen's President

Presidential palace comes under canon fire as Houthis demand control to give their backers Iran domination, and a way to cut off Israel.

Yemen's Chief of Staff Abducted, Likely by Iran-proxy Terrorists

President's chief of staff, who was blocked from becoming prime minister last year, abducted in capital; Iran's proxies suspected.

Al Qaeda in Yemen Chief Officially Claims Charlie Hebdo Attack

Al Qaeda confirms involvement in attack, one week after shooters told bystanders, victims they were working on the group's behalf.

Yemen 'Is a Victim, Not an Exporter, of Terror,' Says President

Yemeni president reacts to news that one of the Paris terrorists received Al Qaeda training in Yemen, says his country stands with France.

Iranian in Yemen Accused of Promoting Baha'i Faith - For Israel

Iranian man charged with spreading pacifistic, universalist religion to benefit its world headquarters in Haifa.

Report: One of the Suspects in Paris Attack Trained in Yemen

One of the two Paris terror attack suspects recently spent time in Yemen associating with Al-Qaeda, say officials.

Pro-Iran Militias Threaten to Conquer Yemen

Major government official says Houthi militias are closing in on Yemen, which is already suffering for attacks from Al Qaeda.

Report: Gulf States Fear Iranian Takeover of Yemen

Pro-Iranian militias in Yemen appear to be tightening their grip on the country - even taking over its national bank.

Iran Launches Major Naval Drill - Eyeing Yemen?

Iran holds massive military drill including farthest reaching naval exercises, in likely gesture for allied Houthis conquering Yemen.

Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed in Yemen During Failed Rescue Attempt

Journalist Luke Somers and teacher Pierre Korkie killed by Al-Qaeda terrorists in Yemen during a failed rescue bid.

Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute American Hostage

Luke Somers appears in new video by Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula; terrorists say he will be killed in 3 days if demands aren't met.

Al-Qaeda Attacks Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Yemen

3 killed by car bomb at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Yemen. Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claims responsibility.

Yemeni Minister Gives Award to 'Jewish Brothers'

Yemen's culture minister gives an award she received from Human Rights Watch to Yemen's dwindling Jewish population.

Is Iran Conquering Yemen?

Iran-backed Houthis conquer large parts of Sana'a, leaving security sources bickering amid predictions of division in the strategic state.

US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in Yemen

Rocket strikes 650 feet from embassy, wounded Yemeni guards; State Dept. in denial that Sanaa branch was target in attack.

Flight Ban Instituted After Islamists Clash in Yemen

Flights suspended for 24 hours after Shi'ite Houthis make gains near capital Sanaa, as Yemen fights two-front war against extremists.

Yemen: Terrorists Attack Presidential Palace, Kill 5 Guards

Suspected Al-Qaeda terrorists attack Yemen's presidential palace, killing five guards. Yemen’s President unharmed.

Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Operation against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula rages in eastern Shabwa province.

Yemen's Jewish Community Fades Away

On Holocaust Memorial Day, we should spare a thought for a Jewish community which is perishing right before our eyes.

Al Qaeda Chief Explosives Expert Dead in 'Unprecedented' US Op.

Reports that US special forces operation in Yemen took out most senior member of Al Qaeda since Bin Laden in 2011.

Watch: Al Qaeda Holds Largest 'Most Dangerous' Meeting in Years

Al Qaeda's second-in-command mingles with over 100 fighters, commanders - but how did US intelligence agencies miss him?

Goldstone Co-Author Could Replace Falk at UN

UN Watch reveals the identity of yet another anti-Israel candidate pushed by Arab states to replace Richard Falk as "rights expert."

Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 Dead

Latest attack on Yemeni military may be result of secessionists, Al Qaeda.

Al Qaeda Apologizes for Yemen Hospital Attack

Yemen branch of terror organization apologizes for deadly hospital attack, which killed 52, alleging terrorist disobeyed orders.

Watch: Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Attack on Yemen Hospital

CCTV shows terrorists calmly picking off patients and doctors alike, in country's worst attack in 18 months. Viewer discretion advised.

UN Offices in Yemen's Capital to Close Thursday

A warning of a possible attack in the part of Sanaa where UN offices are located prompts an order for staff to stay home.

U.S. Military on Alert in Yemen Following Terror Attack

The United States raises its alert status in Yemen, after a suicide bomber and gunmen target Yemen's defense ministry, killing 52 people.

Yemen: 52 Killed as Al Qaeda Gunmen Storm Defense Ministry

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula suspected in audacious attack in the heart of Yemen's capital Sana'a.

Yemen: Two Shot Dead During 'Gangnam Style' Wedding Dance

Accidental shootings occurred after misfiring of celebratory gunshots during popular dance craze at wedding festivities.

Al Qaeda Commander Clarifies: American Civilians Fair Game

Senior Yemen-based commander says calls by group's leader to avoid targeting civilians doesn't apply to Americans.

Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemen arrests Al-Qaeda member Omar Salem, described as "one of the most dangerous" terrorists.

Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda Jailbreak

Prison guards quell mass-mutiny by Al Qaeda inmates at high-security prison in the country's capital.

Child 'Runaway Bride' Speaks Out: 'I Fled Ignorance'

A Yemeni girl who ran away from an arranged marriage at age 10 faces off against a Muslim cleric on Lebanese TV.

Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

After 3-day siege Yemeni security forces storm military HQ captured by Al Qaeda, free hostages.

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQ

Senior Yemeni general believed to have been taken prisoner in the latest attack on security forces by Islamist terrorists.

Dozens Killed in Al Qaeda Assault in Yemen

Military bases in Yemen have been the target of coordinated Al Qaeda attacks leaving 40 dead.

Yemen: Eight Year-Old Girl Dies on her Wedding Night

Outrage as child bride dies from internal injuries after being married off to a man more than five times her age.

Rare Interview Reveals Tragic Plight of Yemenite Jewry

In a rare televised interview, the leader of Yemen's embattled Jewish community reveals the precarious plight of his dwindling flock.

Yemen Prime Minister: Unharmed in Assassination Attempt

Violence erupts in Yemen as gunmen target Prime Minister Basindwa in attempted assassination.

Yemen: Bomb Blows Up Bus Filled with Air Force Personnel

The bus was driving on the road leading to the international airport in Sanaa when it was exploded by a bomb planted in the rear seat.

Al-Qaeda Vowed to 'Change the Face of History'

Yemen's president: A vow by Al-Qaeda to carry out an attack that would "change the face of history" led to closures of Western embassies.

Yemen Asks US for Drones to Fight Al Qaeda

Yemeni president seeks military aid from the United States in a struggle to wipe out Al Qaeda in his fragile country.

American Jihadi calls for more Attacks on US Diplomats

Adam Gadahn calls for rich Islamists to provide "bounties" for US diplomats, cites Al Qaeda bounty on US ambassador to Yemen.

Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14

Relentless string of attacks just one signal that a resurgent Al Qaeda is relocating its center of gravity from Pakistan to the Middle East.

Jewish Agency Brings 17 Yemenite Jews to Israel

In a secret and complex operation, the Jewish Agency brought a group of 17 Yemenite Jews to Israel.

Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned Members

After a series of mass jailbreaks, Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula promises that "victory is within reach."

Al-Qaeda Attack Kills 5 in Yemen

Al-Qaeda linked terrorists kill 5 as US drone strikes continue.

Threat Level Lowered, U.S. Embassies to Reopen

18 of the 19 American embassies in the Middle East that were closed last week are to be reopened

2 Al Qaeda Militants Dead in U.S. Air Strike

In the two weeks that the U.S. has carried out air strikes in Yemen, a suspected 38 militants have been killed.

US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in Yemen

Three strikes in a single day brings drone-strike death toll up to 30 in the past month.

Yemen: Fresh Drone Strike Keeps Up Pressure on Al Qaeda

Drone strike, the sixth in two weeks, comes amid raised terror alert in the region.

Yemen: Huge Al Qaeda Plot Foiled

US “preparing special operations forces for possible strikes against al-Qaeda in Yemen.”

U.S. Orders Citizens Out of Yemen after Drone Hit

Drone strike kills four Al Qaeda men, citizens told to leave the country "immediately" over terrorism concerns.

Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone Strike

Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula confirms the death of ex-Gitmo inmate, Said al-Shihri

French Embassy Under Attack

Shots were fired near French embassy in Yemen on Tuesday, after a car bomb attack on France's embassy in Libya wounded two French guards.

Iran Accused of Assisting Terrorism in Bahrain and Yemen

Arab interior ministers accuse Iran of supplying "logistic help to terrorist operations" in Bahrain and Yemen.

UN Experts Investigate Iranian Shipment Seized in Yemen

UN experts in Yemen investigated an Iran-linked arms shipment which authorities intercepted in January.