The government urges the UN Security Council to take a stronger stance against the Iranian regime and those obstructing Yemen’s political process.

Yemeni Government Calls for Stronger UN Action Against Disruptors of Peace

The Yemeni government has urged the United Nations Security Council to update its sanctions list to include individuals and entities involved in destructive activities that hinder the political process. This call comes as part of a broader effort to maintain stability and uphold the transitional phase in Yemen.

Commitment to Cooperation with the UN

In a statement delivered by Yemen’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Abdullah Al-Saadi, the government reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate with the UN and the sanctions committee. The government expressed its willingness to provide any necessary information or documents to ensure accountability for those undermining state institutions or obstructing agreements supported by the Security Council. The government emphasized that allowing impunity only encourages further violations and fuels terrorism and extremism, ultimately benefiting the Houthi agenda, which poses a significant threat to Yemen and regional stability.

Addressing Internal Challenges

The Yemeni government highlighted its ability to manage complex internal challenges over recent months. It has maintained its national institutions and progressed in fulfilling transitional obligations, including unifying security and military decisions. The government remains committed to addressing the southern issue through inclusive dialogue, supported by Saudi Arabia, to meet the legitimate aspirations of the Yemeni people.

Calls for Accountability

Despite its efforts, the government noted that some leaders continue to undermine state institutions and disrupt national and international commitments. The government has taken legal measures against individuals involved in rebellion, corruption, and severe human rights violations, including accusations of high treason against leaders like Aidarus Al-Zubaidi.

Threats to National Security

The government reminded the Security Council of recent political and military movements that threaten Yemen’s unity and sovereignty. These actions contradict Security Council resolutions, particularly Resolutions 2140 (2014) and 2216 (2015), and undermine regional and international commitments.

Urging International Support

In its statement, the Yemeni government called on the Security Council to alert all parties to the risks posed by these practices to peace efforts. It emphasized the need for strict enforcement of Security Council resolutions against individuals and entities involved in undermining the political process or threatening Yemen’s peace and stability.

A Request for Clear Support

The Yemeni government clarified that it does not seek the international community to fight its battles but rather to support its aspirations for security, stability, peace, and development. It aims to restore national institutions and assert its authority over its territory while ending all forms of armed groups outside state control.

Regional Security Concerns

The government asserted that the Red Sea begins from Yemeni territory, and protecting international navigation requires supporting the Yemeni state rather than merely managing its failures. Delays in addressing the root threats will increase the costs of maintaining regional and international security.

Addressing Iranian Interference

The Yemeni government renewed its call for the Security Council to adopt a firmer stance against ongoing Iranian interference in Yemen. It urged the need to cut off funding and arms supplies to militias, viewing this as the shortest path to achieving lasting peace, not only in Yemen but across the region.

Humanitarian and Human Rights Commitment

The Yemeni government expressed full solidarity with humanitarian and human rights efforts. It affirmed its readiness to facilitate the release of all detainees and those forcibly disappeared by Houthi militias. The government urged continued pressure for their unconditional release, highlighting the recent two-year anniversary of the arbitrary detention of numerous UN and international organization employees.

Acknowledging the Broader Crisis

The government emphasized that the recent developments in the region demonstrate that the Yemeni crisis is not merely an internal conflict but a broader confrontation with a destructive agenda that directly threatens regional and international security. The Houthis have transformed from a rebellious group into a military arm linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, using Yemeni territory to threaten neighboring countries and international navigation.

Commitment to Peace

The Presidential Leadership Council and the Yemeni government reaffirmed their sincere commitment to peace and full support for regional and international efforts to end the war, particularly those led by the UN Special Envoy, based on agreed-upon references, including Security Council Resolution 2216.

Conclusion

The Yemeni government reiterated that sustainable peace cannot be achieved through mere ceasefires or power-sharing between the state and militias. It requires a state that monopolizes arms and power, exercises sovereignty over its territory, and prevents the use of force to threaten neighboring countries and international security.

The government remains committed to addressing economic and humanitarian challenges, despite ongoing disruptions to oil exports due to Houthi attacks. It expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its unwavering support, including recent fuel donations aimed at alleviating the suffering of Yemeni citizens and improving essential services like electricity.

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