During his briefing, the Special Envoy emphasized the intensifying military escalation in the Middle East, including Yemen, where UN personnel are increasingly at risk, and Ansar Allah continues arbitrary detentions. He called for regional de-escalation to prevent further escalation. The Envoy stressed that recent attacks on international shipping and retaliatory strikes are dragging Yemen deeper into conflict, but he reaffirmed that peace is still achievable with sustained international support and the immediate release of those detained.