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📖 Script
In south Yemen, a tragic incident occurred when a group of protesters associated with the Southern Transitional Council (STC) stormed a government building. This event led to the loss of five lives and injured 39 others. The STC is a political movement in Yemen that seeks independence for the southern part of the country. The situation became chaotic when security forces attempted to disperse the large crowd. The head of a local hospital confirmed the casualties to Al Jazeera, highlighting the severity of the clashes.
The STC has been at odds with the internationally recognized government of Yemen. Tensions have been escalating due to disagreements over control and governance in the region. This particular protest was aimed at expressing dissatisfaction with the current government’s policies and actions. The protesters demanded changes, hoping to bring attention to their cause on a larger scale.
The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing for years, involving various factions and creating a complex political landscape. The STC and the Yemeni government have had a fragile alliance in the past, mainly to combat the Houthi movement, another major player in the Yemeni conflict. However, internal disagreements have often led to violence, as seen in this incident.
International observers are concerned about the increasing violence and instability in Yemen, as it affects not only the region but also has wider implications. The humanitarian crisis in Yemen is one of the worst in the world, with millions in need of aid. Events like this protest and the ensuing violence exacerbate the situation.
Efforts to bring peace to Yemen have been ongoing, with various international and regional players attempting to mediate. However, the path to peace is complicated, requiring cooperation and compromise from all parties involved. The recent violence underscores the need for renewed dialogue and a focus on finding a sustainable solution to the conflict.
📝 Vocabulary
- disperse: to scatter or spread over a wide area
例文: “The police tried to disperse the crowd peacefully.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- disperse a crowd
- disperse protesters
- disperse quickly
散らす、分散させる - protest: a public demonstration expressing strong objection
例文: “Many people joined the protest to voice their concerns.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- join a protest
- peaceful protest
- protest against
抗議 - alliance: a union formed for mutual benefit
例文: “The two countries formed an alliance to strengthen their positions.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- form an alliance
- strategic alliance
- military alliance
同盟 - humanitarian: concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare
例文: “The organization provides humanitarian aid to those in need.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- humanitarian aid
- humanitarian crisis
- humanitarian organization
人道的な - mediate: to intervene in a dispute to resolve it
例文: “The UN often mediates conflicts between nations.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- mediate a conflict
- mediate between
- successfully mediate
仲裁する
✏️ Grammar Point
Past Perfect Tense – “The STC and the Yemeni government have had a fragile alliance in the past.”
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💡 使用場面
過去のある時点までに完了した状態や経験を説明する際に使われる。例: 過去のプロジェクトに言及する時など。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: Five people were killed and 39 wounded in the protest in south Yemen.
- MCQ: What group was involved in storming the government building?
a) Houthi movement
b) Southern Transitional Council
c) Yemeni government
d) International peacekeepers - MCQ: What was the aim of the protest?
a) To support the Yemeni government
b) To express dissatisfaction with government policies
c) To celebrate a national holiday
d) To demand international aid
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- True
- b) Southern Transitional Council
- b) To express dissatisfaction with government policies
📚 Reading Questions
- What was the result of the security forces dispersing the protesters?
- Why do you think the STC and the Yemeni government have a fragile alliance?
- What does the word “mediate” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- Five people were killed and 39 were wounded.
- Because they have internal disagreements despite having a common enemy.
- To intervene in a dispute to resolve it.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
イエメン南部での衝突は、国内の政治的不安定さを示しています。南部移行評議会（STC）は、南部の独立を求めており、国際的に承認されたイエメン政府とは対立関係にあります。このような衝突は、すでに深刻な人道危機にあるイエメンの状況をさらに悪化させる可能性があります。地域の安定は、国際的な支援と合意が求められており、今後の平和に向けた対話の進展が注目されています。
