UN Report: Over 3 Million Internally Displaced People in Yemen’s Government-Held Areas

ADEN — A new United Nations report has confirmed that Yemen’s internal displacement crisis remains widespread, with more than 3 million people living in government-controlled areas, the majority concentrated in Marib governorate.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said its March–April assessment identified 484,347 families totaling 3,147,231 individuals residing in accessible displacement sites across 12 governorates under the internationally recognized government (IRG).

According to the report, nearly 60 percent of Yemen’s internally displaced population in IRG areas about 1.87 million people are located in Marib. 

The governorate’s geographic position, relative stability, and easier access to humanitarian aid have made it a primary destination for families fleeing conflict and insecurity elsewhere.

Taiz ranks second, hosting approximately 438,005 displaced persons, or 14 percent of the total, reflecting the enduring impact of protracted conflict and limited prospects for safe return. 

Aden, despite a decline compared with previous assessments, remains the third-largest host area with around 264,694 displaced people, underscoring the continued pull of urban centers offering relative safety, livelihood opportunities, and access to essential services.

The IOM noted that the assessment covered 3,927 displacement sites across 115 districts, highlighting the scale and persistence of Yemen’s humanitarian emergency. 

Many displaced families continue to rely on rented housing or temporary shelters, with limited prospects for durable solutions.