UN says Yemeni staff member dies in Houthi custody, demands investigation

Straits Times31 October 2026, 19:42 UTCYemen

Oct 31 - A Yemeni staff member of the UN Human Rights Office has died in Houthi custody after being arbitrarily detained for more than two years, the UN human rights chief said on Saturday, calling for an independent investigation and the release of other detained personnel.

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