Food Security Crisis: UN agencies say about 5 million Yemenis face acute food insecurity at crisis levels or worse, including 1.4 million in emergency conditions, warning June–September could worsen as purchasing power falls, agricultural inputs rise, and humanitarian funding shrinks. Cultural & Jobs Boost: UNESCO restored 900+ historic homes and 9 landmarks in Yemen with EU support, creating 10,000+ youth jobs and setting up cultural/creative spaces to back local artisans. Environment & Daily Life in Aden: On World Environment Day, reporting from Aden highlights sewage overflow, rubbish, and polluted air disrupting small businesses and daily routines—especially for children. Shipping & Red Sea Risk: A senior Iranian adviser says talks with Washington are deadlocked and any renewed war could spill into key shipping routes, including Bab el-Mandeb, while Yemen’s Houthis have so far avoided attacks there. Logistics Costs for Exporters: India’s freight-rate debate mirrors the region’s pressure: officials argue for market-driven shipping rates while exporters face higher logistics costs tied to West Asia disruptions. Energy Access: UNOPS-backed solar solutions are powering health services in Hadhramaut, aiming to expand reliable energy for everyday care. Security Signals: Yemen’s Houthi leader says the group is ready for escalation and warns against being pulled into fighting “in service of Israel.”