UN Envoy Alarmed by Houthi Red Sea Attacks

United Nations Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, stated this week that he is "alarmed" by the escalating Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. Grundberg warned that continued confrontation risks "deepening the suffering of the Yemeni people" and called for immediate de-escalation and renewed dialogue to prevent further regional instability. The envoy's remarks come amid increased military actions by the Houthis targeting commercial shipping and naval vessels in the vital waterway. These attacks have led to significant disruptions in global trade and have drawn condemnation from international bodies and several nations. Grundberg emphasized that a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Yemen remains the priority and that further military escalation would severely undermine efforts to achieve lasting peace. He reiterated the UN's commitment to facilitating a political process that addresses the root causes of the conflict and ensures the safety and security of all parties involved. The envoy urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint and engage constructively to find a diplomatic path forward, highlighting the precarious humanitarian situation in Yemen that would be exacerbated by wider conflict. He plans to continue his diplomatic efforts to engage with all relevant stakeholders to achieve a de-escalation of tensions and a return to the peace process.