The UN special envoy, Hans Grundberg, on Monday to the Security Council that agitation in Yemen cannot be seen in isolation.
“Yemen is a mirror and a magnifying glass of the region,“He said, pointing out that progress towards peace is hindered by regional rivalries, cross -border dynamics and internal divisions.
Alarming climbing in hostilities
Mr. Grundberg highlighted a dangerous escalation in hostilities, pointing out repeated attacks against civilians and critical infrastructure. Military clashes in Al Dhale ‘, Ma’rib and Ta’iz underline the risk that calculation errors can trigger a return to the large -scale conflict.
The hutis, also known as Ansar Allah, have been fighting the forces of the Yemeni government, backed by a coalition led by Saudi Arabia, for the control of the country for more than a decade.
Hans Grundberg, a special enu of the UN for Yemen, informs the Security Council on the situation in Yemen.
He warned that Yemen’s conflict is falling apart inside an already volatile regional landscape.
“In the context of the war in Gaza, we are seeing an alarming and dangerous intensification of hostilities between Ansar Allah and Israel,“He said, noting that, according to reports, several civilians were killed and wounded, and critical infrastructure hit.
The special envoy warned that the current cycle of violence is dragging Yemen further from a peace process that could offer a long -term sustainable economic peace and growth.
“This stepped cycle must end … we need to focus on Yemen: focus on both its internal challenges and in the unlocking of its great potential,“He emphasized.
Spiral humanitarian situation
The humanitarian situation is equally serious.
The UN emergency relief coordinator, Tom Fletcher, told the council that Yemen remains the third most insecure food in the world, with 17 million people who already fight to eat and that an additional million is expected to face an extreme hunger before February next year.
“Seventy percent of households do not have enough foods to meet daily needs: this is the highest rate ever registered,“, Said.
Mr. Fletcher stressed that one in five households spend a full day without food, while two million women and girls have lost access to reproductive health services in the midst of financing deficit.
Tom Fletcher, UN Emergency Aid Coordinator, informs the Security Council on the situation in Yemen.
Humanitarian workers attacked
Despite the financing gaps and a challenging operational environment, humanitarian continue to provide help when possible. In Hajjah, Amran and Ma’rib, organizations have provided food, water, health and nutrition services to tens of thousands.
More than 172,000 people affected by floods received non -food items, shelter, hygiene kits and clean water.
But Mr. Fletcher warned that the ongoing hostilities, infrastructure damage and the arrest of UN personnel hinder the operations severely.
Twenty -two UN staff have recently been arbitrarily arrested for Ansar Allah; Although a staff member was released, more than 40 remain in detention, including a colleague who died while he was in custody.
Urgent need for dialogue
Both senior UN officials emphasized the urgent need for dialogue and adhesion to international law.
The special envoy Grundberg urged Yemeni leaders to step back from unilateral actions and pursue a high national fire, economic reforms and inclusive political commitment.
Mr. Fletcher requested the immediate release of all the humanitarian workers and a safe operational environment, warning that fund clips and conflict -related obstacles are costing lives.
“Stop Humanitarian staff does not help Yemen people. It does not feed the hungry, heals the sick or protects those displaced by floods or struggles,“, Said.
“Yemen people, wherever they live, should receive the humanitarian aid they need. They deserve a future of greater security, justice and opportunity.“