The European Union Monday reaffirmed its commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Yemen and to further support the UN-led political process. The EU reaffirms that only a negotiated and inclusive political solution can end the conflict in Yemen. The EU calls on all parties to maintain their commitment to the UN-led process in view of the upcoming talks, and reiterates that sustainable peace can only be achieved through negotiations involving the meaningful participation of all parties concerned, including civil society, women and youth. At this critical juncture for the future of Yemen, the Council reiterates the EU’s full support for the UN-led political process and the work of UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths and of the UN mission to support the Hodeidah Agreement (UNMHA). The EU has contributed over €560 million of assistance to Yemen since the beginning of the conflict.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 18, 2019 17:37 UTC