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UN Special Envoy for Yemen concludes meetings in Iran
Amman, 13 January 2025 - UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg concluded today a visit to Iran’s capital Tehran, during which the resumption of a Yemeni-owned political process under the auspices of the United Nations was…
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UN Special Envoy for Yemen concludes meetings in Riyadh
Amman, 14 January 2025 - The UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg concluded a visit to Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he met with Yemen’s Prime Minister Ahmed Bin Mubarak and Foreign Minister Shayea Al-Zindani…
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Briefing by Special Envoy Hans Grundberg to the UN Security Council
Thank you, Mr. President. Mr. President, let me begin by extending my best wishes to everyone for the new year and welcoming the newly elected members of this Council. Allow me as well to express my sincere gratitude to Major…
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Statement by the UN Special Envoy for Yemen on the release of the Galaxy Leader crew
"The release of the Galaxy Leader crew is heartwarming news that puts an end to the arbitrary detention and separation that they and their families endured for more than a year. This is a step in the right direction, and I…
The Office of the UN Special Envoy meets with Saudi delegation of the Military Coordination Committee to discuss steps and requirements necessary for a ceasefire in Yemen
Amman, 24 January 2025 - A three-day meeting between the Office of the Special Envoy for Yemen and representatives from the Joint Forces Command in the Military Coordination Committee (MCC) took place from 21 and 23 January…
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Statement by the Secretary General on detention of United Nations personnel in Yemen
I strongly condemn the arbitrary detention by the Houthi de facto authorities on 23 January of seven additional United Nations personnel in areas under their control. I demand the immediate and unconditional release of those…
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The Office of the Special Envoy Engages with Yemeni Businesswomen on Economic Recovery and Peacebuilding Efforts
On February 6 in Aden, the Office of the UN Special Envoy for Yemen (OSESGY) convened a meeting with 18 Yemeni businesswomen, from the Businesswomen Council and various governorates across Yemen, and representatives from the…
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Second Public Report on the Political Dialogue series held in Amman from 24 October to 19 December 2024 to advance Yemen’s peace process
The Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Yemen (OSESGY) concluded on 19 December 2024 another round of political dialogues in Amman, Jordan, as part of its ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive and…
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Statement by the Secretary-General on the Death of a WFP Staff Member in Detention in Yemen
I strongly condemn the death in detention on 10 February of a World Food Programme colleague who had been arbitrarily detained by the Houthi de facto authorities since 23 January 2025. I extend my deepest condolences to his…
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Briefing by Special Envoy Hans Grundberg to the UN Security Council
Thank you, Mr. President. Mr. President, since I last addressed this Council, we have witnessed a significant, albeit fragile, development in the Middle East with the ceasefire in Gaza. We have also seen a cessation of…
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Security Council Press Statement on the Houthi Detention of the United Nations and international NGO workers
13 February 2025 The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President FU Cong (China): The Members of the Security Council strongly condemned the tragic death of World Food Programme member of…
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Remarks by the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, at the closing session of the third Yemen International Forum
Excellencies, distinguished guests, colleagues, and friends, As we conclude this third Yemen International Forum, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all of you. While I was unfortunately unable to attend the full event…