Lawdar | |
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Location in Yemen | |
Coordinates: 13°53′N 45°52′E / 13.883°N 45.867°ECoordinates: 13°53′N 45°52′E / 13.883°N 45.867°E | |
Country | Yemen |
Governorate | Abyan Governorate |
Time zone | Yemen Standard Time (UTC+3) |
Lawdar is a town and seat of Lawdar District in south-western Yemen. It is located in the Abyan Governorate. It is served by Lawdar Airport.
In October 2010, riots took place in Lawdar. A convoy of military officer had to be sent in from Hadramaut to maintain order. Dozens have been killed within Lawdar District in conflicts between the jihadists and the army.