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Maad Al-Zekri is an independent Yemeni journalist based in Sana'a. I am a 2019 Pulitzer Prize winner for international reporting for a year-long coverage of the war in Yemen with the Associated Press team. I am an independent Yemeni journalist based in Sana'a. Over the past 10 years, I worked as a photographer, video journalist, and a researcher for different local and international media and UN organizations. I have reported and visually documented multiple aspects of Yemen’s civil war. I have travelled to multiple areas around the country to cover the spread of hunger and cholera and the plight of those displaced by the war.
My March 2016 photo of a severely malnourished infant, Udai Faisal, at a Sanaa hospital became an iconic image that brought home to readers around the world the horrors of the near-famine created by the war.
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Ethiopians face deserts and smugglers on the way to Saudi

05 Oct 2023  |  Yahoo Entertainment
Mohammed Eissa, a 35-year-old Ethiopian, embarks on a perilous journey through the Horn of Africa and war-torn Yemen to reach Saudi Arabia, driven by the hope of escaping poverty. Despite the dangers, including extreme heat, robbery, and conflict zones, Eissa perseveres without the aid of smugglers. His story highlights the growing flow of migrants from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia, driven by economic desperation, and the harsh realities they face, including frequent deportations. The International Organization for Migration reports significant increases in migrant numbers, while the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting supports the coverage of these human rights issues.

Migrants cross Yemen war zone to find work in Saudi Arabia

05 Oct 2023  |  Yahoo Entertainment
Ethiopian migrants, driven by poverty and the hope of better opportunities, undertake perilous journeys through Djibouti, Somalia, and war-torn Yemen to reach Saudi Arabia. Despite the dangers, including brutal smugglers and harsh conditions, many persist in their attempts, often facing deportation upon arrival. The International Organization for Migration reports a significant increase in migrants taking this route, highlighting the ongoing cycle of arrivals and deportations. The article follows the personal stories of several migrants, detailing their hardships, motivations, and the complex network of smugglers they encounter.

Ethiopians face deserts and smugglers on the way to Saudi

01 Oct 2023  |  www.seattletimes.com
Ethiopian migrants, including Mohammed Eissa, face extreme hardships and dangers on their journey to Saudi Arabia, traversing deserts, dealing with smugglers, and navigating conflict zones in Yemen. Despite the risks, many are driven by the hope of escaping poverty and providing for their families. The International Organization for Migration reports a significant increase in migrants taking this route, although many are deported upon arrival. Eissa's story highlights the resilience and determination of these migrants, as well as the perilous conditions they endure.

Migrants in Yemen face torture, rape in perilous journey to Saudi Arabia

05 Apr 2023  |  AP News
The article details the harrowing experiences of migrants, particularly from the Horn of Africa, who are arriving in Yemen with the hope of reaching Saudi Arabia. Despite the ongoing civil war in Yemen, the number of migrants has increased, with over 111,500 arriving in 2016. These migrants, including the Ethiopian coffee farmer Omar Farrag, face extortion, torture, and abuse at the hands of smugglers and trafficking rings, which are believed to be protected by local militias. Women face the risk of rape, and there is evidence of forced deportations and recruitment by militant groups. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is aware of the abuses but the full extent of the crisis is unknown. Migrants take dangerous routes through Djibouti or Somalia to reach Yemen, and their journey is fraught with violence and exploitation. Despite his own suffering and the death of his brother, Farrag is still determined to reach Saudi Arabia.

Migrants cross Yemen war zone to find work in Saudi Arabia

14 Feb 2020  |  Sentinel and Enterprise
The number of migrants from the Horn of Africa arriving in Yemen surged to 150,000 in 2018, with many aiming to reach Saudi Arabia for work. Despite the dangerous journey through war-torn Yemen and the risk of deportation from Saudi Arabia, migrants like Mohammed Eissa and Mohammad Ibrahim endure hardships including robbery, extortion, and torture in hopes of escaping poverty. The journey involves dealing with smugglers, crossing the sea, and walking long distances. The migrants' experiences highlight the unending loop of arrivals and deportations, the dangers of inexperienced smugglers, and the dire conditions they face along the way.

Ethiopians face deserts and smugglers on the way to Saudi

14 Feb 2020  |  CityNews Toronto
Mohammed Eissa, a 35-year-old Ethiopian, embarks on a perilous journey to Saudi Arabia, traversing the harsh desert of Djibouti and the war-torn landscape of Yemen. Despite the dangers, including robbery and the threat of arrest, Eissa remains determined to reach Saudi Arabia to earn money for his family. The article highlights the increasing flow of migrants from the Horn of Africa to Yemen, driven by the hope of escaping poverty, and the challenges they face, including deportation from Saudi Arabia. Eissa's story is part of a broader series supported by the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, shedding light on the human cost of migration.

Migrants cross Yemen war zone to find work in Saudi Arabia

14 Feb 2020  |  www.lowellsun.com
Ethiopian migrants, driven by poverty, embark on perilous journeys through the war-torn region of Yemen to reach Saudi Arabia, seeking employment opportunities. Despite the dangers, including exploitation by smugglers and harsh conditions, many persist in their attempts, often facing deportation upon arrival. The International Organization for Migration reports significant numbers of migrants taking this route, highlighting the ongoing cycle of migration and deportation. The article provides a detailed account of individual experiences, illustrating the broader challenges faced by migrants in the region.

Ethiopians face deserts and smugglers on the way to Saudi

13 Feb 2020  |  vancouver.citynews.ca
Mohammed Eissa, a 35-year-old Ethiopian, embarks on a perilous journey through the Horn of Africa and war-torn Yemen to reach Saudi Arabia, driven by the hope of escaping poverty. Despite the dangers, including robbery and harsh conditions, Eissa remains determined, relying on his faith and past experiences. The article highlights the increasing flow of migrants from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia, the challenges they face, and the uncertain outcomes even if they reach their destination. The International Organization for Migration reports significant numbers of migrants taking this route, with many being deported back to Ethiopia.

Migrants Cross Yemen War Zone to Find Work in Saudi Arabia

26 Jul 2019  |  AFRO American Newspapers
The article details the perilous journey of Ethiopian migrants crossing through the war-torn region of Yemen to reach Saudi Arabia in search of work. It highlights the extreme conditions and dangers faced by migrants, including exploitation by smugglers, harsh environmental conditions, and the constant threat of violence. The narrative follows individuals like Mohammed Eissa and Mohammad Ibrahim, who endure significant hardships and risks in hopes of escaping poverty. The piece underscores the cyclical nature of migration and deportation, with many migrants making multiple attempts to reach Saudi Arabia despite the challenges.

After two years of the conflict in Yemen, children in the country are sadly starting a third year of violence and brutality. More than half of the 3 million displaced people are children. They were forced to flee their homes, some of them narrowly cheating death from bullets and bombs and now live in squalid conditions with little food, water and without regular schooling. Parties to the conflict must spare children but what is really needed is an end to the conflict.

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