Saeed Al-Batati

Al-Batati

Saeed Al Batati is a freelance journalist based in Yemen's southern port city of Mukalla. He has contributed to Gulf News, Al Jazeera English, New York Times, the Guardian and the Foreign Policy. He can be reached at albatati88@hotmail.com.

Yemenis find relief and tourism boost in Al-Mukalla coastal gem

Despite war and hardship, Al-Mukalla’s Al-Baldah season offers Yemenis a refreshing coastal escape and supports local businesses struggling to make ends meet

04 August, 2025

Yemen warring parties agree to reopen road linking Bayda, Abyan

The Houthis and Yemen’s government will reopen the Thirah road, a rare move boosting hopes for freer movement and peace after years of conflict.

19 June, 2025

Yemen's Sanaa airport hit by Israel reopens after Houthi repairs

The reopening of Sanaa airport, two weeks after damage from an Israeli airstrike, has brought relief over resumed flights and doubts about repairs in Yemen.

20 May, 2025

Yemenis stranded in Amman after Israeli strikes on Sanaa airport

Houthi officials said that the Israeli airstrikes destroyed six planes, including three Yemenia aircraft seized during their dispute with the government.

08 May, 2025