Categories: Houthi

Washington vows to maintain pressure on Houthis for the release of UN staff and diplomatic mission members.

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to exert pressure on the Houthi militia through all available channels to secure the release of United Nations employees, diplomatic mission staff, and international organization workers who have been detained in its prisons for over a month.

This statement was made by State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller during a press conference, details of which were shared by the U.S. Embassy in Yemen on the social media platform “X”.

Miller called on the Houthis to “release all detainees from the United Nations, non-governmental organizations, and diplomatic missions who were arrested last month.” He condemned the “unlawful arrests carried out by the Houthis,” stating that such actions alienate the international community, complicate the delivery of humanitarian aid, and jeopardize the Yemeni peace process.

Miller emphasized that “we will not rest until all detainees are released,” noting that Secretary of State Antony Blinken has discussed the matter with regional partners and several countries to persuade the Houthis to release these workers.

He highlighted that the United States will continue to pressure the Houthi militia through every available channel to ensure the release of all detained employees.

In recent weeks, the Houthi militias have launched a widespread kidnapping campaign that has targeted dozens of workers in UN, international, and local organizations, later releasing video recordings of the captives, accusing them of spying for foreign entities.

To follow the news in Arabic

Salam Noor

Recent Posts

The Meteorological Authority warns of thunderstorms and strong winds in several provinces.

Severe Weather Alert Issued for Yemen The General Authority for Civil Aviation and Meteorology has…

5 hours ago

The Ministry of Industry mobilizes official and community stakeholders to regulate prices following the recovery of the national currency.

Minister Calls for Collaboration to Regulate Prices Industry and Trade Minister Urges Action Minister of…

9 hours ago

Crime rates and security instability rise in Ibb Governorate under Houthi control.

Rising Crime and Security Breakdown in Ibb Governorate Under Houthi Control The Ibb Governorate, currently…

12 hours ago

The Minister of Information stated that the Houthi militia operates parallel financial networks for money laundering and funding terrorism.

Houthi Militias Create Parallel Financial Networks for Money Laundering Minister's Statement on Houthi Financial Operations…

14 hours ago

The President of the Presidential Leadership Council extends congratulations on Swiss National Day.

President Alimi Sends National Day Greetings to Swiss President In a heartfelt gesture, Dr. Rashad…

16 hours ago

Yemen welcomes the announcement from several countries regarding their intention to recognize the sister state of Palestine.

Yemen Welcomes International Recognition of Palestine The Republic of Yemen has expressed its support for…

17 hours ago