Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Yemen
Notice
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May 09, 2025
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Document 2025-08382

Summary
President Donald Trump has announced the continuation of the national emergency concerning Yemen, originally declared in 2012, for another year. This decision, aimed at addressing ongoing threats posed by the actions of the Houthi group, underscores the persistent national security and foreign policy challenges related to Yemen's instability. The extension of this emergency could have legal and political implications, as it maintains the U.S. government's ability to impose economic sanctions and other measures to address the situation, potentially affecting diplomatic relations and U.S. involvement in the region.