48 Hours in Djibouti: Yemen's War Refugees and Regional Tensions | BBC News

In Yemen, the internationally recognized government is locked in a bitter fight with the Houthi rebel movement. Since an informal ceasefire fell apart in July, fighting has intensified, forcing thousands of people from their homes. Many flee across the water to Djibouti, a tiny former French colony that sits just across from Yemen. BBC Correspondent Frank Gardner spent a day there reporting across BBC News. This video follows Gardner as he arrives in Djibouti and provides context on Yemen's war. He travels to the coast and meets with refugees who have made the perilous journey, hearing their harrowing stories of escape and loss. The report also examines the humanitarian crisis and the challenges faced by Djibouti in hosting those fleeing the conflict. Through interviews with officials, aid workers, and refugees, the video offers a comprehensive look at the impact of the Yemen war on the region. It highlights the urgent need for a political solution to end the suffering. The 48-hour journey provides a unique window into a conflict that has largely faded from global headlines.