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American diplomat learns from Yemeni students

Feb 9, 2010 - 3:08:14 PM
Sana’a University students held a simulation of an international summit last Thursday at the Military Officers Club.


Embassies’ threats come to an end

Feb 9, 2010 - 3:05:14 PM
Security forces from the Counter-terrorism Department captured a man in Sana’a on February 6th, who threatened to bomb foreign embassies and assassinate leading Yemeni figures, said the Ministry of Interior.


Verdict awaits al-Houthi

Feb 6, 2010 - 11:35:21 AM
The Penal Specialized Court is expected to deliver its verdict Saturday, February 6th, in absentia, against Yahya al-Houthi, on charges of being involved in forming a gang, inciting armed rebellion, and exchanging intelligence with foreign countries.


Ministry shuts down medical universities

Feb 6, 2010 - 11:32:36 AM
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research closed four medical colleges at three private universities.


Al-Shawish confesses all after investigation

Feb 6, 2010 - 11:20:04 AM
The preliminary investigations with the al-Qaeda operative, Saleh al-Habib Saleh al-Shawish, confirmed that he is an explosives expert and a member of Hamza al-Quaiti terrorist cell, said a security source.


Security deploys major forces to Abyan

Feb 6, 2010 - 11:18:28 AM
The security authorities in Abyan Governorate have deployed 22 armed vehicles and tens of soldiers and officers Wednesday in Zanjibar city, Abyan capital’s streets and areas in order to strengthen security and prevent outlaws from destabilizing security.


Saudi-Yemeni committee forms to end Sa’adah rebellion

Feb 6, 2010 - 11:15:52 AM
A Yemeni-Saudi joint committee will supervise the implementation of the government’s six conditions which al-Houthi rebels accepted for ending the war in Sa’adah, well-informed sources said Wednesday.


Government increases fuel price

Feb 3, 2010 - 4:44:42 PM
A government source announced that the government has adopted light increase on oil derivatives for use in supporting government investment projects, which serves the country and citizens.


Another al-Qaeda terrorist attack attempt thwarted

Feb 3, 2010 - 4:23:24 PM
The Yemeni Security Authorities foiled a terrorist attack by al-Qaeda in Hadramout province this morning.


Security bags arms dealers

Feb 3, 2010 - 3:37:48 PM
Fares Hassan Mana’a, the main arms dealer in Yemen, was captured last Friday from his house in Sana’a by the National Security.


National Dialogue postponed for fourth time

Feb 3, 2010 - 3:35:37 PM
The National Dialogue has been postponed indefinitely for the fourth time in order to complete all preparations that ensure success of the dialogue and to complete the list of governorates that contain all the political and social powers.


Sana’a, first waterless capital

Jan 30, 2010 - 2:45:46 PM
Experts warn that Sana’a could become the first capital in the world to run out of water within 10-15 years.


Somalis missing in Sana’a

Jan 30, 2010 - 2:43:30 PM
A large number of Somali refugees in Yemen are being detained in Yemeni police stations without evidence, according to UNCHR and complaints by more than one Somali communities to Yemen Observer.


Sheikhs support Zindani’s statement

Jan 30, 2010 - 2:41:41 PM
Around 1000 Yemeni Sheikhs and dignitaries strongly rejected outright any foreign interference at an extended meeting in Expo Hall January 26th.


International community can and must do more, Clinton

Jan 30, 2010 - 2:35:42 PM
World powers in London agreed to help Yemen combat poverty, unemployment and terrorism.


Another al-Qaeda terrorist attempt foiled

Jan 30, 2010 - 11:22:34 AM
Breaking News Exclusive - The Yemeni Security Authorities foiled a terrorist attack by al-Qaeda in Hadramout province this morning.


New government official uses common sense

Jan 26, 2010 - 3:12:37 PM
YEMEN - Over 1,200 pending cases at the Customs Authority were released this week, said the newly appointed Chairman of the Customs Authority Mohammed Zemam. This coincided with the Customs World Day, January 26th.


Al-Qaeda strikes back

Jan 26, 2010 - 3:10:29 PM
YEMEN - Al-Qaeda militants attacked a checkpoint and killed three soldiers last Sunday, said a security official on Tuesday. “The security apparatus believes al-Qaeda was behind the killing of the three soldiers yesterday,” the official said.


Yemenis await London Conference results

Jan 26, 2010 - 3:05:01 PM
Yemen expects the London Conference to ensure support for Yemen in the development field, as will as the enhancement of its ability to combat extremism and terrorism, said Yemeni Foreign Minister Abu Bakr al-Qirbi.


Sewage threatens World Heritage site

Jan 26, 2010 - 3:02:33 PM
YEMEN - 600 houses are expected to collapse in the old city of Sana’a, as a result of wet and excessive sewage, said Abdulkaleq al-Akwa’, a member of the Old Sana’a Local Council.


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