Yemen Crisis Worsens Amid Detentions

The United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, has expressed deep concern over the arbitrary detention of UN personnel and others by Ansar Allah, exacerbating the dire economic situation in Yemen. Grundberg called for the immediate and unconditional release of those detained, urging parties to adopt a pragmatic approach towards compromise.

The situation in Yemen has been further complicated by the country's severe humanitarian crisis, with 19.5 million people in need of assistance and 4.8 million internally displaced. The international community, including France and the UK, has condemned the detentions and human rights violations, calling for an inclusive political solution to end the conflict. The UK has welcomed efforts by the UN to secure the release of humanitarian personnel and has enrolled in a joint program to combat cholera in Yemen.

France has reaffirmed its commitment to stability in Yemen and regional security, demanding that the Houthis lift barriers on humanitarian access and cease attacks on Israel. The Special Envoy's efforts to relaunch an inter-Yemeni political process have been supported by the international community, with the aim of achieving a lasting peace in Yemen through a UN-led political settlement.

As the crisis in Yemen continues to worsen, the international community must come together to support the UN's efforts to secure the release of detained personnel, address the humanitarian crisis, and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The appointment of Ramiz Alakbarov as the new Deputy Special Coordinator and Resident Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process is a positive step towards achieving this goal.