Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:36pm on 14 Feb 2024,Wednesday International
UN Yemen envoy Hans Grundberg urges immediate action to halt the "dangerous escalatory cycle" in Yemen following recent Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. The rebels' provocations, ostensibly in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, have prompted US and British air raids. Grundberg calls for regional deescalation, cautioning against "military opportunism," and emphasizes the need to protect progress towards a mediated agreement. The conflict, ongoing since 2015, has resulted in significant casualties and humanitarian crises. Grundberg underscores the urgency of a nationwide ceasefire despite escalating regional tensions. Yemen's plight remains a focal point amid broader geopolitical dynamics.
