A joint statement was issued today, following the meeting that took place between the ambassadors of the five permanent members of the Security Council to Yemen, and the Saudi Ambassador to Yemen, as follows: On November 10th, the P5 Heads of Mission met the ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Yemen, Mohammed Al Jabir. In the meeting, they discussed support for the current efforts of the UN Special Envoy and the need for a political solution under UN auspices, as well as support for the legitimate government. They condemned the Houthi cross-border attacks against Saudi Arabia. They stressed the need for de-escalation, including an immediate end to the escalation in Marib. All Yemeni parties should engage in genuine dialogue in order to reach comprehensive political solution to end the crisis in Yemen and alleviate the humanitarian suffering of its people.
