A year after the wave of detentions in June 2024, following more recent detentions and against the backdrop of past detentions, Council Members reiterated their strong condemnation of the ongoing detentions by the Houthis of…
This June marks one year since the arbitrary detention of dozens of personnel from the United Nations, national and international NGOs, civil society organizations, and diplomatic missions by the Houthi de facto authorities…
Good morning, I’ll begin with a few brief remarks before taking your questions. Let me begin by stating the obvious, Yemen has been through rough and difficult time these last months, and there have been moments the…
Thank you Mr. President. Mr. President, developments in Yemen and the wider region have evolved at pace since my last briefing to this Council. Allow me to begin by welcoming the announcement on the 6th of May of a cessation…
"Echoing the Secretary-General, I am gravely concerned about the impact of the US airstrikes in and around Ras Isa port on civilians, particularly truck drivers and port workers, as well as on civilian infrastructure. The…
The Secretary-General is gravely concerned about the airstrikes conducted by the United States over the course of 17 and 18 April in and around Yemen’s port of Ra’s Isa, which reportedly resulted in scores of civilian…
Madam President, may I begin by wishing all Yemenis and Muslims around the world Ramadan Kareem as they start this period of reflection and coming together for the Holy Month. While Muslims around the world are celebrating…
Excellencies, distinguished guests, colleagues, and friends, As we conclude this third Yemen International Forum, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all of you. While I was unfortunately unable to attend the full event…
Thank you, Mr. President. Mr. President, since I last addressed this Council, we have witnessed a significant, albeit fragile, development in the Middle East with the ceasefire in Gaza. We have also seen a cessation of…
13 February 2025 The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President FU Cong (China): The Members of the Security Council strongly condemned the tragic death of World Food Programme member of…
I strongly condemn the death in detention on 10 February of a World Food Programme colleague who had been arbitrarily detained by the Houthi de facto authorities since 23 January 2025. I extend my deepest condolences to his…
I strongly condemn the arbitrary detention by the Houthi de facto authorities on 23 January of seven additional United Nations personnel in areas under their control. I demand the immediate and unconditional release of those…