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<p>The UK is extremely concerned by the devastating humanitarian crisis in Yemen and
the rapid spread of COVID-19.</p><p>As part our new £160 million commitment to Yemen
this financial year (2020/21), we are continuing to support UNICEF to provide essential
health services, treat malnutrition and provide clean water and sanitation. By the
end of July 2020, we expect to have disbursed over £20 million of funding for UNICEF,
including £10 million for their COVID-19 response.</p><p>We are also encouraging other
donors to urgently provide funding to the UN humanitarian response ahead of Yemen’s
expected COVID-19 peak in late July.</p>
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