UN Security Council warns over Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
The UN Security Council issued a statement warning that Houthi military actions in Yemen, including strikes on Saudi territory and attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait, risk expanding the regional conflict and disrupting maritime security and international trade. Council members affirmed Saudi Arabia's inherent right to self-defense, demanded that the Houthis cease attacks on civilians, called for full implementation of resolution 2216 and reiterated support for Yemen's unity and government. They noted at least 125,000 displaced since early September, demanded humanitarian access and release of detainees including 73 UN and NGO personnel, and backed UN envoy Hans Grundberg's mediation efforts.
Houthi attacks threaten Red Sea shipping and regional security
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Houthi forces have attacked Saudi territory and commercial ships in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait. The Security Council warned these actions could widen the conflict and harm trade. The UN envoy may try to restart talks and parties…
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