Mr. Grundberg has increased his commitment towards the full implementation of the ceasefire, and is urging all parties to explore options for extending and extending the agreement.
Rise up on this occasion
“The people of Yemen and the international community wish and expect the truce to be fully implemented, renewed and consolidated,” he speak.
“I hope the parties will engage constructively with my efforts and recognize the benefits that a prolonged and expanded ceasefire can bring to the people of Yemen. They have to take advantage of the opportunity and not miss it.”
The truce was first announced in April for two months, and extended in June, marking the longest period of relative peace in more than seven years of conflict, and dramatically reducing the number of casualties. civilian death.
Growing interest
However, both sides raised concerns about alleged violations and incidents on multiple routes.
“Warring parties have an obligation under international humanitarian law to protect civilians. I take reports of military escalation very seriously, especially when it involves civilian casualties,” said Grundberg.
The Office of the Special Envoy is working through the Military Coordination Committee to facilitate dialogue and assist in de-escalation. “I hope that the parties will continue their work under the management of the committee and establish a joint coordination room to Resolve problems in a timely manner“He added.
The road blocks are still there
Mr. Grundberg also provided an update on the important road issue. At the start of the talks, both sides made proposals on paving the way in Taiz and other administrations, which he described as a positive sign that they were willing to engage.
The latest UN proposal calls for three paths led by the Houthis, officially known as Ansar Allah, and one supported by civil society. The government accepted the proposal and the Houthis rejected it. Recently, the parties have announced unilateral plans.
Mr. Grundberg stressed that unilateral actions alone are not enough to ensure that civilians can travel safely along cross-line roads under the control of different parties.
“I will continue to pursue my efforts to bring the parties closer together to reach an agreement to sustainably and safely open key roads in Taiz and other states. This will remain a priority for this armistice period and any future extension. ”
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The impact of the armistice.
Flight and fuel
The special envoy highlighted achievements in the armistice, such as the agreement on commercial flights between the capitals of Sana’a and Amman, Jordan, and the Egyptian capital Cairo. To date, 36 flights have flown and his Office is exploring options to include more destinations as a possible part of an expanded deal.
The truce also stipulates that 36 fuel tankers must enter the key port of Hudaydah for a period of four months.
So far, 26 ships have entered the port carrying more than 720,000 tons of fuel derivatives, with more in pipelines than in 2021, there are 23 fuel vessels carrying less than 470,000 tons. Ensuring continued fuel supply is more important than ever, as global fuel prices rise.
In furthering his commitment, Mr. Grundberg highlighted what has been achieved so far.
“Moving from seven years of war to a state of relative calm will not be challenging, and there have been some shortcomings in the full implementation of elements of the armistice,” he said. “However, the ceasefire has had transformative implications for Yemen. It has made a tangible difference to people’s lives.”
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Children during a story reading session in a displaced area in Ta’iziyah, Yemen.
