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Five international military observers of the UN Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement were awarded the United Nations Special Medal Award by the Chief of Mission, Michael Beary, for their invaluable contribution to peace and security in Hudaydah. The recipients —Major Jiujiuwa Cati VAKALOLOMA…

Hudaydah, 4 April 2024 – It's important to on this International Mine Awareness Day that I create and get across a message on mine awareness and on this terrible curse that affects particularly the people of Hudaydah governorate. UNMHA is here to do everything possible to assist the local…

Today is International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. The theme for this year's campaign, "Protecting Lives, Building Peace," resonates deeply with the mandate of the UN Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA). UNMHA strongly supports efforts to clear landmines and…

The United Nations Mission to Support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA) marked a milestone with the successful completion of the two Quick Impact Projects (QIPs) implemented in Al Khawkhah and Hays Districts in the Hudaydah Governorate. These projects, designed to empower women and strengthen local…

The United Nations Mission to support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA) is pleased to announce the arrival of its new Deputy Head of Mission, Ms. Mari Yamashita of Japan. She deployed to Hudaydah on 2 July 2024, following engagements with counterparts in Aden and Sana’a, and courtesy calls with the…

Hudaydah, 24 July 2024 – Yesterday, UNMHA's Head of Mission and Co-chair of the Redeployment Coordination Committee Major General (rtd) Michael Beary briefed the Security Council in a closed session on Yemen, which included briefings from the UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg, and the Acting…

On 15 August 2024 UNMHA Head of Mission, Maj. Gen. (ret.) Michael Beary briefed the Security Council in closed consultations, following an open session with the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General Hans Grundberg and OCHA’s Director of the Financing and Partnerships Division Lisa Doughten. UNMHA…

Hudaydah 22 August 2024 – The United Nations Mission to support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA) was established to support the parties in implementing their commitments. UNMHA remains determined to expand its operations across the Hudaydah Governorate to enhance its monitoring responsibilities…

On 12 September 2024, UNMHA Head of Mission (HOM) Maj. Gen. (ret.) Michael Beary, briefed the Security Council in closed consultations. He reported on latest political developments affecting Hudaydah governorate, against the backdrop of ongoing ceasefire violations along the frontline. UNMHA HOM…

On 15 October 2024, UNMHA Head of Mission, Maj. Gen. (ret.) Michael Beary, briefed the Security Council in closed consultations. warning of rising tensions in Hudaydah due to regional escalations. He highlighted the fragile stability and the recent airstrikes threatening key infrastructure in…

HUDAYDAH, 21 November 2024 — The Head of Mission for the United Nations Mission to support the Hudaydah Agreement (UNMHA), Gen. (Ret.) Michael Beary, has concluded a week-long regional visit to Saudi Arabia and Jordan, aimed at strengthening cooperation and advancing the Mission’s objectives on the…

The Secretary-General is gravely concerned about intensified escalation in Yemen and Israel. Israeli airstrikes today on Sana’a International Airport, the Red Sea ports and power stations in Yemen are especially alarming. The airstrikes reportedly resulted in numerous casualties including at least…