UN Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, on Tuesday made a critical return to Aden, his first visit in 10 months, to reignite stalled peace efforts. Grundberg emphasized that Yemen can no longer endure further delays, stressing the urgent need for decisive action.

Upon arrival, Grundberg took to social media, calling for bold decisions to break the political deadlock. He asserted that the "current moment demands effective moves from all parties to save the political process and push it towards a comprehensive settlement." Despite regional tensions, he noted a "relative calm" in Yemen, presenting a "precious opportunity" to advance political and address economic and security issues.

Grundberg expressed his eagerness for "serious and in-depth discussions" with Yemeni parties. He reiterated that "the situation can no longer tolerate further postponement," highlighting the urgent need for "effective decisions that restore hope for a safe and peaceful future." He urged intensified efforts from all sides, prioritizing the Yemeni people's interests over political calculations to achieve tangible humanitarian and economic results.

Later, Grundberg met with Yemeni Prime Minister Salem bin Bureik, discussing peace efforts and opportunities to resume the peace process, according to the official Saba news agency. Grundberg briefed the Prime Minister on his recent engagements to end the political stalemate, in light of regional and international developments.

The meeting also addressed the continued detention of UN staff and aid workers by Houthi forces, along with ongoing obstruction of relief efforts, which was deemed a "blatant defiance of international humanitarian law."
Prime Minister bin Bureik reaffirmed the government's commitment to peace, stressing support for all UN, regional, and international efforts in line with Security Council Resolution 2216. He stated that successful peace hinges on addressing the conflict's roots: ending the Houthi coup and recognizing the militia's destructive impact on regional and global stability.

Grundberg's visit comes amidst significant stagnation in peace talks between the Yemeni government and the Houthis, coinciding with escalating warnings of deteriorating humanitarian conditions and persistent political division, with little progress in building trust or alleviating civilian suffering.