>> welcome to live in paris from "france 24" these are the headlines. justice under pressure in myanmar as the military steps up patrols. but the street still calls for the release of de facto president aung san suu kyi. yemen's state troop last stand. houthi rebels close in on the government's last stronghold in the north of the country. anti-covid restrictions across the u.k.. residents returning from 33 read this country must isolate at their own cost in special quarantine hotels.

hospital admissions in the u.k. are running at around 1600 a day, higher than the previous peak last april. this is live in paris. ♪ >> think you being with us. calls still to free the de facto president aung san suu kyi. tanks have been deployed to control protests in myanmar main city. in mentally two people were wounded when the police used rubber bullets -- in mentally. -- in mandalay. there is a near-total internet shutdown for the second night, which means that viewers will be unable to watch this report. >> protesters once again took to

the streets on monday. though there was an uneasy feeling in the air as tanks and more soldiers were deployed to major cities across myanmar. it's prompted fears that the military is planning a crackdown on demonstrators. >> a heightened military presence coupled with sweeping -- to arrest people and search private property is rolled out by the military saturday. these high school students were arrested for taking part in protests in the capital. according to local media, they were released from prison due to pressure from demonstrators. the protest have so far largely been peaceful. though there were reports of

security forces firing rubber bullets to disperse crowds and the city of mandalay monday. it has been two weeks since the military seized power ousted the democratically elected government of aung san suu kyi. her period of detention and charges of illegally importing walkie-talkies was due to expire monday. it has been extended. the move is likely to further inflame tensions between the military and demonstrators who have taken to the streets for a tense day. >> that report on the situation in myanmar. yemen's state troops have been pushed back, or rather been pushing back attacks by houthi rebels on multiple fronts this monday. the main target of the rebel forces is the oil fields that surround the city the rebels hold the capital. losing it would be disastrous for yemen's leadership.

houthi's are -- are claiming to have carried out attacks on to airports in saudi arabia. >> the battle over yen's oil rich province intensifies. for a week houthi rebels have fought to seize the strategic area and his capital city. the loss would be disastrous for yemen's internationally recognized government. pro-government forces are receiving report -- some support from saudi. yemeni officials said their side suffered 18 deaths this weekend, noting that dozens were killed among houthi ranks. this adds to the toll of tens of thousands who have died during the devastating six ar complex. the prospect of peace was heightened by the new united states leadership. >> we made very clear that we are going to be focused intensely on a diplomatic solution, working through the

u.n.-led process and channels to restore the long dormant peace talks. >> tuesday the u.s. is set to end its designation of houthi rebels as a terrorist group and will also stop support for saudi forces, in hopes of propping up humanitarian efforts. but the increase fighting threatens the united nations' effort to relaunch negotiations. the houthis want to control the oil fields before entering into any new talks with the recognize government. the international pressure for a cease-fire seem to have only steeled the rebels resolved to take over the territory. >> let's get the analysis. a specialist joins us, at the washington institute. thanks for being with us. for you, what is the significant of the houthis being removed from the u.s. terror list?

>> well, this is a complicated issue. thank you first of all for@@ having me. the terror list is a complicated issue because the issue at hand is not whether they are aren't terrorist of which there are differing opinions but rather the effect the terrorism as a nation -- designation would cut off the private sector of yemen and given that yemen imports 90% of its food, the concern was at the grocery shelves would be empty because insurance companies and banks, they would no longer deal with yemeni traders because the houthis have such control. e terrorm designation is a lot more about the unintended humanitarian consequences of such a designation. >> let's not forget. there are so many people threatened by famine. as well as being threatened by the conflict going on around them. is there a sense this conflict perhaps could escalate, given the houthis are claiming they

struck across borders at two targets in saudi arabia? >> it certainly is ask lady -- is escalating this week. marab is a stronghold or has been a stronghold of the houthi and yemeni government. as they make headways into that province, that is problematic for the coalition. the cross-border stuff has been happening for a long time. the houthis send drones, rockets, missiles into saudi arabia. this is one of saudi's biggest complaint but thi stuff is new this week. >> the pressure around there is something the government need to somehow push back, because losing the city would be almost -- as losing the capital

they have been pushing into their for a while. but it has been fits and starts basically. and so this week there is a major new push in the last week or so. it is really important because it is the origin point for a whole bunch of oil and gas in the country and in origin point for a bunch of the electricity. it's just economically a very important place. it is also historically a very important place the ancient dam is there. as i mentioned, the government has a stronghold there. so, this would be a devastating be the first major military loss in quite a while and yemen. at this point we are at a stalemate. and so having the military gain or loss by either party would change the terms of the war. >> could you give us context on what kind of leverage holding the city might give the houthi

rebels? >> sure. so, you know, much of it would be a symbolic victory. just for the reans that i mentioned about it being a stronghold in that sort of thing but also because there's such economic value to the province. having control of that would be massively beneficial to the houthis. i would suggest a major province in what used to be called north yemen. so, taking yet another major province in north yemen, as you mentioned, they already have sana'a,his would just give the houthis, it would be a significant gain for them. economically, militarily, symbolically and a political way. for them, this is really critical. >> indeed. they take marib there is no sign the conflict will end, is there?

so many differences on both sides. >> yea. it is really difficult because both sides to have the political will to end the war. the houthi are gaining militarily, why would they go to peace talks? the government is in a position where nobody wants to go to peace talks when you're othe ck foot. so, getting the parties to have the political will to sit down at the table, that's the real question going forward for the u.n. and the u.s. envoys. i want to make a quick point about marib. if the houthis enter the city of marib, there could be really massive humanitarian consequences because during the war at times people have run to marib because it has been a safe zone, a safe ven. so, this could create a really massive humanitarian crisis, and that is why everody is worried about it.

>> the gulf and energy expert there from the washington institute. thank you for sharing with us your take on the suation right now in mar-- in marib in yemen. thank you indeed for your contribution on "france 24." we appreciate it. you are watching -- next, another 412 deaths in france from covid-19 this monday. with the northern port at dunkirk has been placed under tougher anti-covid measures. they are critical for government -- of government for not doing so. >> in this elementary school near the coast of dunkirk, monday morning brought a new schedule. at 8:50 or 9:20, students arrive in small groups, and effort by the local government to limit the spread of coronavirus. families here are mostly understanding.

>> [speaking french] >> the british variant of covid-19 is spreading fast through the surrounding region. accounting for 80% a positive tests. this testing center was rushed into operation over the weekend, all residents called on to use it. >> [speaking french] >> the dunkirk mayor shares that worry. for days he and other local officials have called for the total closure of middle and high schools to no avail.

but shutting down schools again entirely is not an option for this french government official. the government has announced it is raising the regions vaccination capacity. with more doses on the way. >> 412 additional deaths here in france. the total lives lost so far in the covid pandemic 86,226. the u.k. prime minister boris johnson is touting a cautious but irreversible, his words, pla n to exit the lockdown. the u.k. introduced a tough new quarantine restriction for u.k. residents returning from 33 countries deemed as red states. they have to isolate special hotels at their own cost. more than 117,000 deaths, the

u.k. is one of the worst his country. johnson has been criticized for asking -- for acting too quickly for -- after the country passed a vaccine milestone over the weekend with 50 million people having received their first jobs. this monday near 9000 new cases and 230 deaths. >> the thinking is to give a very tough message to u.k. residents and nationals who are flying back from a list of 33 high risk countries that are on a red list, including to buy, brazil, south africa, and portugal. brazil and south africa have gotten variants that have been identified and that is the clue. it is very much to stop the spread of infections in the natis. kingdom acrs all four

it is also to stop any current or new variants coming into the country. and it is not going to be cheap, because it is 1750 pounds for a single dealt, cheaper -- for a single adult and cheaper for children. and. you must have a pcr test. if you try and lie and say you have not been in those countries included on this government british list, then you could go to jail for 10 years and also have a big fine. so far something like 5000 hotels preselected. they cannot just arrive at any airport. they can arrive at heathrow, london city and gatwick and birmingham airport. one that has many private jets.

farnborough airport. in less you have a significant reason -- unless you have a significant reason, like a funeral, famil member dying, you would not be allowed into the country. as far as any other international traveler trying to come from those country that is not a u.k. resident, you are not welcome. don't bother coming. >> new restrictions in the u.k. this monday on the so-called travelers, returners from the red states. the u.k. trying to combat the spread of covid-19. boris johnson trying to talk up the possibility of coming out of lockdown sooner rather than later. you're watching you develop its. time for business. new woman in charge of the wto. it is not kate. she has been looking at the challenges ahead for the newly appointed director general ngozi okonjo-iweala. kate: absolutely. a myriad of challenges facing her. the first woman and first african to be named the director general of the wto.

she will start with just how to make that organization relevant. the wto's most powerful unit is the apple obdy that helps to settle trade disputes. u.s. had blocked new appointments paralyzing the entire organization. seven vacancies must be filled as soon as possible. there are widespread calls for reform within wto. notably, it's rules for developing -- for developing and developing nations and how it views china. only then will be able to tackle the international trade disputes, that were unchecked in the last for years including a tariff battle between washington and beijing which the biden administration has shown no sign of ending. ngozi okonjo-iweala has twice served as nigeria's finance minister and spent two decades at the world bank. her appointed had been blocked by former president trump and was given the green light by biden 10 days ago. the u.s. delegation says it is easier -- eager to work as a

constructive partner. ngozi okonjo-iweala describe the organization as vital to helping the global economy recover from the pandemic. >> the pandemic and its economic fallout have highlighted the interdependence of countries. the importance of multilateralism and the need to strengthen collaboration -- for balanced trade agreements that provide opportunities for all wto members. kate: the british government has extended its aid measures for the most affordable workers. 400,000 people were receiving the monthly payments. many of them on short-term or temporary contracts, especially in the tourism, hospitality, and culture sectors. support had been due to expire at the end of february but it will be renew through may. the health situation made employment prospects uncertain. meanwhile , new report showed more than2.1 million people have received aid from food banks in france. about half of them are new recipients who struggled to make

ends meet during the pandemic. let's check in. on the day's trading action wall street is closed for presidents' day. major european indices ended their session higher. shares of the media giant vivendi jump to 20% today. stocks in milan were up after mario draghi took office this weekend. the ftse 200 is up. while the pound sterling had a three year high against the u.s. dollar. your land rover is accelerating a selected transition. the carmaker which is owned by indian conglomerate tata is pha sing out petrol engines. the former boss of renault says he is encouraged by the brands resilience. >> jaguar land rover has decided to rebrand. the car manufacturing giant on monday announced a commitment to

producing electric only jag wires in 2025. >> by 2026, we will have more than six electric vehicles being offered with land rover. we estimate to be ready and commit for zero carbon company by 2049. >> the $2.5 billion overhaul is seen as key to reviving a company which is formed -- fallen behind bmw under sadie's bends in electric technology. -- and mercedes-benz in electric technology. it is using underused manufacturing sites. the luxury carmakers has revealed plans to reduce u.k. based management. the ceo has already said the company will -- in quality and profits over volume. >> we are aiming to gain a lot in terms of efficiency, global

efficiency. it is a permanent adaptation of our workforce, which is necessary. by the way, much more in terms of talents, in terms of skills, which are necessary for the future positioning of the company. the next value chain. >> it is not just environmental issues. despite making small recoveries from covid this year, supply disruptions have resulted in shortages of semi conductor chips. responsible for the basic functioning of modern cars. while factories expect to ramp up ship production -- chip production they have one that recovery will not be instant. it is one more roadblock to overcome. kate: that is industry around the world. >> i know you will bring us the news every step of the way. kate moody with all the business. great to see you. time for focus. while brexit may be done and dusted for the politicians, for ordinary people there are still major problems. fishing -- in northern france not have to access to their

usual waters taken away and with that their livelihoods. temporary licenses are granted to them with -- that will expire in april. our team took to the high seas for this report. >> at the dead of night, these traps are hauled up from the bottom of the english channel, spilled with filled with spider crafts. there is the occasional surprise. the crew release the traps back into the sea. where they will lie in wait until it passes through again the next evening. from midnight to midday, the boat said sales from ports off the coast of normandy to fish in the water surrounding jersey, where most of their bounty is caught. all that changed with the u.k.'s departure from the e.u. brexit means that this captain and his crew can no longer enjoy

the same access to the island's maritime zone. >> [speaking french] >> we only found out at the last minute. throughout december we did not know what was going to happen. they only told us in january there will be provisional licenses for some boats. 60% of what we fish is in their waters. we work in their waters. we'll be left with just this strip, since they want to take that or this area here. >> the brexit trade deal that came into force after the 31st of december effectively revokes the treaty, an accord that a given france and jersey mutual access since 2004. the fallout was immediate. the majority of fishing boats like this spent january on land.

until jerseys succumb to pressure from france and brussels. the island has granted provisional licenses to 340 boats from normandy and brittany until the 30th of april. beyond that date, many fear they could be left high and dry. he worked side-by-side with his father. for him, their entire way of life is under threat. >> my great-grandfather was a fisherman, my father, my brothers are fishermen. my uncle was for a time. we are a family of fishermen. for the younger generation who will take over it will be very difficult but we will not let them push us around. or we will not be able to make a living. if they stop us from working in their waters we will stop them from landing in our ports. it will become a never ending war. since 70% of the fish is unloaded they will not be able to earn a living. it is up to brussels and it will work out. >> the angl-norman island is a

british crown dependency, self-governing dependency that is neither part of the u.k. or the e.u. for the regional fisheries committee, the independent states has only added to the administered of headache. >> the french state used to have a fixed quota of fishing licenses it could give out to the normans and britons. now jersey is saying no, no, i t's me that's giving the out. it is an extremely complicated process, going from here to paris. paris to.brussels .brussels to london . then back again. all that redtape is excruciating and regular fishermen find it incomprehensible. >> a list of vessels with a proven track record of fishing and jerseys water must be given to the authorities before the end of april. this is the crucial first step

in obtaining a future license. she is from the normandy fishing committee. on this port, she is helping local fishermen gather as much information as possible. >> the data admitted by their gps is proof of a boat's presence in jersey waters. the majority of vessels do not have gps because they are small. it is harder for them to prove their fishing record. so it is up to us to work with these fishermen to collect as much evidence as possible, like their fishing declarations, inquiries we made on their behalf, anything we can find. >> the livelihoods of 750 fishermen in normandy and 2000 indirect jobs hang on the line. in this post brexit era, the only thing they are sure of is that troubled waters lie ahead. >> if i'm understanding

correctly, this probably existed before the inception of the european union. it existed before brexit. and it still exists now. the problem regarding licenses off the channel island. let's hope there are sufficient crews -- something soon is worked out. as it should've been part of the negotiation. our focus report. to the channel island. more to come. live from paris. ♪

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