The United Nations Security Council strongly condemned Houthi rebel attacks on merchant and commercial vessels in the Red Sea since November 2023. These actions were deemed detrimental to global commerce and a threat to navigational rights. The resolution, adopted with 11 votes in favor, none against, and 4 abstentions, called for an immediate cessation of such attacks, emphasizing their impact on regional peace and security.
India expressed concern over the situation in the Red Sea, with the External Affairs Ministry closely monitoring developments. The Indian Navy remains actively deployed to ensure maritime security in the North and Central Arabian Sea. The spokesperson highlighted the importance of freedom of navigation and expressed a commitment to assessing the evolving situation.
US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, emphasized the severity of Houthi attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, affecting over 40 countries. She stressed the economic, security, and humanitarian threats posed by these actions, calling for a unified response from the Council to halt the attacks and safeguard navigational rights.
The resolution urged caution to prevent further escalation in the Red Sea region, endorsing diplomatic efforts and continued support for Yemen's peace process under UN auspices. The Houthi attacks, impacting various countries, were recognized as a global challenge requiring a unified response to safeguard freedom of navigation and address the humanitarian implications of these actions.
(With Agency Inputs)