UN Security Council Extends Monitoring of Houthi Attacks in Red Sea

The United Nations Security Council has adopted resolution 2812, which extends the monitoring of Houthi attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and reaffirms the right of nations to respond to these incidents.

13 members voted in favor of the resolution, while Russia and China chose to abstain, highlighting divisions among major powers regarding the situation in Yemen.

The resolution mandates that the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, provide monthly updates to the Security Council about the attacks until July 15.

This action is part of the Security Council's broader agenda to maintain international peace and security.

The resolution was co-sponsored by the United States and Greece, while Russia and China abstained in response to U.S. airstrikes targeting the Houthis, who control significant portions of northern Yemen, as reported by the Associated Press.

These airstrikes were initiated during the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump, following Houthi attacks threatening navigation in the Red Sea, a crucial global trade route, and also aimed at Israel.

This resolution underscores the UN's commitment to monitoring maritime threats and safeguarding international shipping routes amid rising tensions related to the ongoing conflict in Yemen.