UN Official Warns Against Further Escalation Amid Attacks in Yemen, Israel, and the Red Sea
December 30, 2024
NEW YORK, United States – The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of violence in Yemen, Israel, and the Red Sea, and called on all parties to exercise restraint and de-escalate the situation.
In a statement to the Security Council on December 29, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the situation in Yemen was “precarious” following a series of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
“These attacks are a violation of international law and must stop immediately,” Guterres said. “I urge the Houthis to cease all attacks and engage in dialogue with the Yemeni government to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.”
The UN chief also expressed concern over the ongoing violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories. He condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Jerusalem and called on all parties to renounce violence and work towards a two-state solution.
“The cycle of violence in the Middle East must end,” Guterres said. “I urge all parties to refrain from further escalation and to work towards a just and lasting peace.”
In addition, the Secretary-General condemned the recent attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea. He called on all states to implement measures to prevent and suppress such attacks and to ensure the safety of navigation in the region.
“The Red Sea is a vital waterway for global trade and security,” Guterres said. “It is imperative that all parties respect international law and refrain from actions that could threaten the stability of the region.”
The UN Security Council is expected to hold a closed-door meeting on the situation in Yemen, Israel, and the Red Sea in the coming days.
UN official warns against further escalation amid attacks in Yemen, Israel and the Red Sea
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