G7 Foreign Ministers Condemn Houthi Attacks, Urge Humanitarian Corridor in Taiz
Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) nations, along with the EU High Representative, have strongly condemned the ongoing attacks by the Houthi movement within Yemen and against Saudi Arabia. Following a meeting in Paris, they issued a joint statement denouncing the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure. The ministers called for an immediate cessation of all Houthi military actions and threats, urging them to avoid any activities that could escalate tensions and undermine peace efforts. The statement also expressed solidarity with the internationally recognized Yemeni government and Saudi Arabia, affirming their right to defend their security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. A significant part of their call was directed at Iran, urging it to halt its provision of weapons and support to the Houthis, which they noted contravenes UN Security Council resolutions and contributes to regional instability. Crucially, the G7 ministers called for stronger measures to protect civilians a...
