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Climber's death exposes Yemen's crisis
The Yemeni adventurer Al-Qaqaa' bin Antar's life came to an end while attempting to climb the dormant crater of a volcano in the city of Damt, in Al-Dhalea Governorate. The incident sparked sadness and raised questions about legal and ethical responsibilities, especially given the repeated falls and the lack of safety measures at the site. Al-Qaqaa' was described as being knowledgeable about the dangers of the location, but he faced difficult economic circumstances that pushed him and others to risk their lives as a means of livelihood. The area is an important source of income for the Houthi group, which controls the region and manages the site. Authorities have faced criticism for failing to provide protective means or safety measures for visitors, while legal experts emphasized the Houthi authorities' responsibility to implement appropriate safety precautions, particularly since the site generates significant revenue and is one of Yemen's most important tourist attractions.
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