Barran Press
Cairo — On Monday, October 21, 2024, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Atti reiterated Egypt’s steadfast support for Yemen’s unity, territorial integrity, and the independence of its institutions. He emphasized the significance of Yemen's stability for both Egyptian national security and the security of the Red Sea region.
This statement came during a meeting with Hans Grundberg, the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, as reported on the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Facebook page.
Abdel Atti expressed Egypt's endorsement of all efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive political solution to the Yemeni crisis, which would meet the aspirations of the Yemeni people and alleviate their suffering. He highlighted the importance of adhering to the frameworks established by the National Dialogue, the Gulf Initiative, the outcomes of the Riyadh consultations, and UN Security Council resolutions, particularly Resolution 2216.
The minister also outlined Egypt's continuous support for the legitimacy in Yemen, noting the provision of medical and food assistance, as well as hosting over one million Yemenis and offering them various services.
Furthermore, Abdel Atti stressed the need to maintain safe navigation in the Red Sea, highlighting how regional tensions affect revenues from the Suez Canal. He called for a comprehensive approach to de-escalation, beginning with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon.
He urged the international community to play its role in resolving the Yemeni crisis, emphasizing the necessity of addressing the humanitarian situation in Yemen and providing the required support for UN relief programs.
On December 23 of the previous year, the UN announced that Yemeni parties had reached agreements to commit to a series of measures, including a nationwide ceasefire, improving living conditions, and preparing to resume a comprehensive political process under UN auspices.
However, the peace roadmap and efforts in Yemen have faced significant setbacks due to attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi group on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden since November.