UN Chief Condemns Detention of 10 Personnel by Houthis in Yemen

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the recent detention of 10 UN personnel by the Houthis in Yemen, raising the total to 69, which hampers humanitarian assistance for millions in need. He called for their immediate and unconditional release and urged the Houthis to withdraw any prosecution referrals against UN staff. Guterres stressed the importance of adhering to international law and the privileges of UN personnel to ensure secure humanitarian work. He expressed solidarity with the affected families and communities in Yemen, highlighting the ongoing civil war since 2014.

Want More Context? 🔎