UN council affirms Saudi defence rights amid Houthi attacks
The UN Security Council has condemned continuing Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia in the strongest terms and affirmed the kingdom’s right to defend itself under international law. The 15-member council said on Friday that strikes affecting civilian and energy infrastructure had injured civilians, including women and children, as cross-border attacks from Yemen continued to place Saudi cities and…
The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned ongoing Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, affirming the kingdom's right to self-defense under international law. In a meeting held on Friday, the 15-member council expressed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia over civilian and infrastructure-targeted assaults, which have resulted in civilian injuries and disrupted energy infrastructure.
Members emphasized the necessity of respecting international law, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, and preserving freedom of navigation. The council demanded practical cooperation, including with Yemen's internationally recognized government, to enforce the arms embargo imposed under Resolution 2216. The escalating conflict has affected countless civilians, with more than 112,000 displaced since the recent escalation, and over 22 million people in Yemen now requiring humanitarian aid.
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