The Lancet Global Health, published online 18 August 2017; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S2214-109X(17)30332-7 The article "The Political Determinants of the Cholera Outbreak in Yemen" examines how the ongoing civil war has contributed to Yemen’s severe cholera outbreak. The 2017 epidemic was described as the worst in the world, with cholera spreading rapidly due to the collapse of health, water, and sanitation systems. The analysis shows that Houthi-controlled areas were disproportionately affected, accounting for 77.7% of cases and 80.7% of deaths. The article highlights the role of the Saudi-led coalition in worsening conditions through airstrikes on infrastructure, blockades restricting medical and food supplies, and the overall humanitarian crisis. It criticizes UNICEF for accepting a $67 million donation from Saudi Arabia while the coalition contributed to the crisis. The article underscores that political actions and conflict have been key factors in the outbreak’s severity, with both warring sides failing to protect civilians​.