UN calls for Yemen de‑escalation as Saudi strikes and Iranian aircraft raise tensions

The United Nations Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, urged a rapid de‑escalation after reports emerged that Saudi Arabian aircraft carried out airstrikes in Yemen and that Iranian aircraft had landed in the country. The call came ahead of an emergency Security Council meeting scheduled for 3 p.m. local time on Monday.

During the session, senior officials delivered briefings on the evolving humanitarian crisis and the political dynamics on the ground. The updates highlighted the continued displacement of civilians, the strain on medical and food supplies, and the need for a coordinated diplomatic response to the new military activity in the region.

The Council’s meeting aimed to assess the situation and explore options for restoring stability. While no immediate resolutions were adopted, the discussion underscored the urgency of preventing further escalation and protecting civilian populations in Yemen.