But footage obtained by Middle East Eye of the fire's aftermath appeared to indicate that the death toll is significantly higher than previously reported. Abdulrahman and other eyewitnesses have accused the IOM of downplaying the death toll, claiming it is much higher than initially reported. His relatives fear he died in the fire (Handout)Olivia Headon, IOM's spokesperson in Yemen, also said the organisation was not "downplaying" the death toll. With no confirmed death toll, relatives in Ethiopia fear the worst for their loved ones stuck in Yemen. "We know there is fighting on the border between Yemen and Saudi Arabia.

Source: Ethiopian News March 12, 2021 15:12 UTC