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Yemen, Germany Agree on Need to End War

Yemeni Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak meets with Chairman of the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Peter Ramsauer, on Monday. (Saba)
Yemeni Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak meets with Chairman of the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Peter Ramsauer, on Monday. (Saba)
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Yemen, Germany Agree on Need to End War

Yemeni Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak meets with Chairman of the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Peter Ramsauer, on Monday. (Saba)
Yemeni Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak meets with Chairman of the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Peter Ramsauer, on Monday. (Saba)

Yemeni Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak kicked off on Monday a visit to Germany.

He met with Chairman of the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, Dr. Peter Ramsauer, and is set to meet with his counterpart Heiko Maas on Wednesday.

Monday’s talks focused on the latest developments related to the United Nations initiative and international and regional efforts aimed at reaching a ceasefire in Yemen to pave the way for the resumption of political consultations.

They also addressed the Iran-backed Houthi militias’ rejection of these initiatives and efforts, as well as their ongoing offensive against Marib city and their targeting of civilians and refugees.

The Yemeni and German officials stressed the need to end the war and address the dire humanitarian crisis in the country.

Ramsauer underscored the need to end the war and return to political talks, reiterating Berlin’s backing to the legitimate Yemeni government and its keenness on Yemen’s stability, security and territorial integrity.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, bin Mubarak said that all regional and international efforts are focusing on reaching a comprehensive ceasefire in Yemen so that parties can address the humanitarian crisis and kick off the political process.

He accused the Houthis of compounding the humanitarian crisis by besieging Taiz city, pursuing their offensive in Marib and looting relief aid for their war effort.

The government, meanwhile, is keen on securing food, medicine and oil derivatives for the entire country, including regions held by the Houthis, he remarked.

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US Houthi Terror Designation Takes Effect, Welcomed by Yemen Govt, Raises UN Concern

The government has fully endorsed the US designation, describing it as an “effective tool to curb material and financial support” for the Houthis. (AP)
The government has fully endorsed the US designation, describing it as an “effective tool to curb material and financial support” for the Houthis. (AP)
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US Houthi Terror Designation Takes Effect, Welcomed by Yemen Govt, Raises UN Concern

The government has fully endorsed the US designation, describing it as an “effective tool to curb material and financial support” for the Houthis. (AP)
The government has fully endorsed the US designation, describing it as an “effective tool to curb material and financial support” for the Houthis. (AP)

The US State Department’s designation of Yemen’s Houthi militias as a “foreign terrorist organization” has been welcomed by the legitimate Yemeni government, but has triggered UN concerns over its impact on humanitarian access, with the international body calling for “guarantees.”

While Yemeni reports suggest the designation could economically strangle the Iran-backed Houthis, fears are mounting that the move may push them to derail the fragile truce, resume the war against the government, and escalate attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

The government has fully endorsed the US designation, describing it as an “effective tool to curb material and financial support” for the Houthis.

It renewed its call for the international community to take similar steps to dry up the militias' funding, arms supplies, and to strengthen efforts aimed at restoring stability and peace in Yemen.

In a statement, Yemen’s Foreign Ministry stressed that the country has long suffered from the ravages of war and Iranian interference.

It called the US designation a reinforcement of its partnership with the United States and its allies in the fight against terrorism, hoping it will help curb activities that threaten the security of its citizens, the region, and global maritime trade.

The statement also affirmed Yemen's readiness to cooperate fully with international partners to ensure the effective implementation of the designation, aiming to serve the interests of the Yemeni people and promote peace and security in the region.

Amid concerns over the impact of the US designation on humanitarian efforts in Houthi-controlled areas, UN Secretary-General spokesperson Stephane Dujarric called for US guarantees.

During a press briefing, he emphasized that the designation should be accompanied by “appropriate assurances” to ensure effective humanitarian aid delivery and to allow civilians access to essential goods and services.

Dujarric also highlighted the UN’s focus on humanitarian response in Yemen, where nearly 19 million people require life-saving assistance, and 17 million are at risk of famine.

He stressed the importance of maintaining the role of the private sector in securing basic needs.

Dujarric cautioned that any disruption in the flow of commercial goods and humanitarian aid could have catastrophic consequences, particularly in a country that relies on imports for around 90% of its food supply.