Yemen’s Children Brave Sniper Fire and Mortar Shells to Reach School

Children in the Yemeni city of Taiz face sniper fire and mortar shells on their journeys to school, as fighting threatens even the most basic routines of daily life.

A rare visit to the city offered a glimpse into the experiences of children, teachers and families living under the pressure of the conflict.

For pupils, the danger extends beyond the classroom. Getting to school means making a journey exposed to the violence around them.

Their determination to continue their education highlights the strain that fighting places on families and teachers, as well as on the children trying to learn.