ABC News Online: UN warns Yemen blockade may create largest famine the world has seen in decades
Yemen will face, "the largest famine the world has seen for many decades" unless the Saudi-led military coalition lifts its blockade of the war-torn nation, the United Nations' humanitarian chief has warned.
Mark Lowcock told reporters after briefing the UN Security Council behind closed doors there must be an immediate resumption of regular air flights to the cities of Aden and Sanaa by the United Nations and its humanitarian partners.
He said there must also be immediate access to all ports, especially for food, fuel, medicine and other essential supplies.
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