Guterres Expresses Concern Over Escalating Military Tensions in Yemen

UN Secretary-General expressed concern over escalating military tensions in Yemen, calling on the parties to exercise restraint and protect civilians. The UN also warned of worsening humanitarian conditions, particularly in Taiz province.

The Secretary General of the United Nations, expressing concern over the escalation of military tensions in Yemen, called for restraint on the part of the parties and the protection of civilians. At the same time, this organization warned about the deterioration of human conditions, especially in Taiz province.

Ambassador Arjan - International Group: The UN spokesperson announced: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres is deeply concerned about the escalation of military tensions in Yemen and calls on all parties to exercise restraint and prevent any further escalation of tensions.

"Stefan Dujarric", the spokesperson of the United Nations, added to the reporters today, local time: The Secretary General strongly condemns the continuous attacks on Saudi Arabia, especially on the infrastructure of this country, including the airports.

The spokesperson of the United Nations clarified: Attacking civilians and civilian infrastructure is a violation of international law and these attacks must be stopped.

Dujarric added: The Secretary General calls on all parties to adhere to their obligations based on international humanitarian law, to refrain from targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, and to always take care to protect civilian lives, as well as the protection of civilian places and property.

He added: In the humanitarian field in Yemen, our colleagues at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warn that the continuation of conflicts and widespread displacement have intensified humanitarian needs; Especially in Taiz province, where access restrictions and disruptions in basic services have put civilians at greater risk.

The UN spokesperson said: "Until today, we and our humanitarian partners have been able to provide emergency aid to around 143,000 people." These donations include food, hygiene items and cash donations. However, needs continue to grow, and access restrictions, resource shortages, and ongoing conflicts have hampered our ability to respond to these needs.

He emphasized: The situation in Taiz province is particularly worrying. Restrictions on major routes have reportedly disrupted civilian movement, the supply of commercial goods, and humanitarian access.

Dujarric stated: The authorities have warned that the continued closure of roads, including the Taiz-Aden route, will disrupt the supply of food, fuel, water and medical equipment. Also, they have reported a sharp increase in the price of goods and an increase in the fuel shortage.

The UN spokesperson emphasized: Women and girls are facing special dangers. Inadequate shelter, unsafe sanitary facilities and services, food insecurity and limited access to medical services have made displaced women and girls more vulnerable to violence, exploitation and abuse. Across Yemen, budget cuts have closed 72% of safe spaces for women and girls. Meanwhile, 73,000 sanitary packages are needed to support displaced women and girls.

"Once again, we call on all parties to respect international humanitarian law, protect civilians and civilian infrastructure, and ensure the safe passage of civilians," Dujarric said. Also, the safe, unhindered and rapid passage of humanitarian goods and services to any place where they are needed should be given special attention.

The head of the Supreme Political Council of Yemen emphasized the continuation of the equations to end the aggression and blockade of Saudi Arabia, and it was announced that more than 2 thousand square kilometers were liberated in Taiz province.

Yemeni news sources reported about Saudi air and missile attacks on different areas of Yemen and reported about 9 air attacks on Al-Waziyah and firing of 7 missiles at Suhar.

Muhammad Miftah, the Acting Prime Minister of Yemen, warned that in case of any aggression against this country, Yemen will respond within the framework of the "escalation against escalation" equation and may even close the airports.