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During the first quarter of 2026, populations across Aden, Lahj, Abyan, Shabwah, Marib, Taiz, Al Dhale’e, Hadramout, Al Mahweet, Hajjah, Hudaydah, Sana’a, Amran, and Dhamar continued to face complex and overlapping protection risks driven by protracted conflict, repeated climate-related shocks, economic deterioration, and limited access to essential public services. Moreover, recent regional developments have introduced an additional layer of protection concerns, particularly in light of the conflict involving Iran and the potential implications for Yemen. These concerns have been compounded by protection risks arising from the security and political uncertainty following the December 2025 clashes in Hadramout, including new displacement, heightened vulnerabilities among affected populations, and increased risks of exclusion and discrimination in access to services and assistance.