Today, the Council approved conclusions on Yemen expressing the EU's grave concern over the deterioration of the security, economic and humanitarian situation in the country.
The EU strongly condemns Houthis indiscriminate attacks against international maritime shipping in the Red Sea, and against Israel. These attacks threaten regional peace and stability, global commerce and the freedom of navigation, and exacerbate the dire humanitarian situation in Yemen. The EU remains engaged in the Red Sea through the EU defensive maritime operation EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
Amidst these worrying developments, the EU calls for a renewed momentum in the peace efforts in Yemen, reaffirming its commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the country and its full support to UN mediation and regional initiatives aiming at a sustainable ceasefire.
The EU will continue to support the internationally recognised Government of Yemen and the Presidential Leadership Council in their efforts to advance reforms and good governance, fight against corruption, and address the critically deteriorating economic situation in the country.
The EU and its member states, in a Team Europe approach, remain committed to continuing the humanitarian assistance to Yemen, while advocating for effective protection of human rights and respect for International Humanitarian Law.
Lastly, the EU condemns arms proliferation benefiting the Houthis and other non-state actors in the region, and calls on third parties to stop their support and arms deliveries to the Houthis and contribute to the de-escalation.
Details
- Publication date
- 21 May 2025
- Author
- Directorate-General for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf