UN Expresses Concern Over Civilian Casualties in Yemen, Urges Respect for International Law
Summary
The United Nations has voiced grave concern over attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in Yemen, saying hospitals, markets and homes are being hit and that international law must be respected. The UN also called for the release of detained staff and for Houthi authorities to return the body of a deceased UN worker to his family.
Key Points
- The UN said civilians in Yemen are being hit by drone, missile, air and shelling attacks across the country.
- Farhan Haq urged all parties to respect international law, humanitarian obligations, and civilian safety.
- Volker Turk called on Houthi authorities to return the body of UN staff member Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Shami to his family and investigate his death in custody.
- The UN also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all detained UN and humanitarian staff.
