Political Solution to End War in Yemen is Achievable, UN Envoy Says
News Desk | 2025-02-13 12:00
United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, has expressed optimism that a political solution to the ongoing conflict in Yemen is achievable.
In a statement released on Monday, Grundberg said that the recent momentum in diplomatic efforts has created a “window of opportunity” for peace. He urged all parties to seize this opportunity and engage constructively in negotiations.
“A political solution remains the only sustainable way to end the suffering of the Yemeni people,” Grundberg said. “I urge all parties to work together to reach a negotiated settlement that addresses the underlying causes of the conflict and ensures a just and lasting peace.”
The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing since 2014, when Houthi rebels seized control of Sanaa and other major cities. The Saudi-led coalition intervened in 2015 to support the internationally recognized government of President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi.
The war has caused a humanitarian crisis, with millions of Yemenis facing famine and disease. The conflict has also displaced millions of people and shattered the country’s infrastructure.
Grundberg’s statement comes after a series of diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war. In October 2024, the Houthis announced a unilateral ceasefire and called for peace talks. The Saudi-led coalition has also expressed its willingness to engage in negotiations.
However, significant challenges remain to reaching a political solution. The parties to the conflict hold vastly different positions on key issues, such as the future of power-sharing in Yemen.
Despite these challenges, Grundberg remains hopeful that a negotiated settlement is possible. He said that the UN is committed to supporting the Yemeni parties in their efforts to achieve peace.
“The Yemeni people have suffered for far too long,” Grundberg said. “It is time for all parties to come together and find a way to end this conflict.”
Political solution to end war in Yemen is achievable, UN envoy says
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