The Foreign Minister discusses developments in Yemen and the region with her Maldivian counterpart.

Yemeni Foreign Minister Discusses Regional Developments with Maldivian Counterpart

On Saturday, Yemeni Foreign Minister Dr. Afrah Al-Zouba met with Maldivian Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam to discuss the latest developments in Yemen and the region. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, held in Baghdad, Iraq.

Current Situation in Yemen

During the meeting, Minister Al-Zouba highlighted the ongoing situation in Yemen, particularly the attacks perpetrated by the Iran-backed Houthi militia against civilians. She specifically mentioned the siege of Taiz city and the targeting of the Maasheeq Palace and Aden International Airport. Additionally, she noted the Houthi militia’s missile strikes on Marib province.

Call for Unified Islamic Stance

Minister Al-Zouba emphasized the need for a unified and firm Islamic stance against these aggressions. She called for support for the Yemeni government’s efforts to end the Houthi coup and urged enhanced coordination among member states to address threats to security, stability, and international navigation.

Maldives’ Support for Yemen

In response, Minister Adam reaffirmed the Maldives’ commitment to Yemen’s unity, security, and stability. She condemned the Houthi terrorist attacks on civilians and expressed her country’s desire to strengthen communication and coordination between the two nations.

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