UN envoy for Yemen ‘alarmed’ by Houthis’ Red Sea attacks, calls for talks
Summary
The United Nations envoy for Yemen expressed concern about the Houthis’ recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea, warning these actions could lead to a full-scale war. He urged all parties to return to talks to resolve Yemen’s ongoing political and security problems and help bring peace to the region.Key Facts
- The Houthis attacked two Saudi oil tankers with missiles and drones, resuming their blockade of Saudi-linked shipping in the Red Sea.
- The blockade was imposed after a bombing damaged the runway at Sanaa airport, which the Houthis blame on Saudi Arabia.
- The Houthis are backed by Iran and have also launched missile attacks targeting a Saudi airport.
- The attacks have disrupted shipping near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a key global shipping route, causing higher oil prices.
- Yemen’s civil war began in 2014 when the Houthis took control of the capital, Sanaa, pushing the government to Aden.
- The conflict has paused since 2022 but political talks remain stalled between the Houthis and the internationally recognized government.
- The UN reports that 22 million Yemenis need aid, with many facing severe hunger.
- President Donald Trump warned that the US will hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks and promised military retaliation if attacks continue.
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