The members of the UN Security Council welcomed the extension of the two-month truce in Yemen. In a press statement today, the members of the Council expressed their appreciation for the measures taken by the parties to maintain the truce, which led to real and tangible benefits for the Yemeni people, including a significant reduction in civilian casualties. They expressed their aspirations and hope that the truce could be translated into a permanent ceasefire and a comprehensive and inclusive political settlement under the auspices of the United Nations. The members of the UN Security Council encouraged the Yemeni parties to continue their engagement with the United Nations Special Envoy to negotiate and communicate with each other in a spirit of mutual respect and reconciliation.
