Four nations condemn Houthi attacks at Istanbul ministerial meeting
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan call for end to military activities in Yemen and Red Sea region.
At a glance
- Four-nation ministerial group condemned Houthi military escalation in Yemen and Red Sea attacks
- Ministers called for immediate cessation of military activities and return to political process
- Expanded meeting included representatives from France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom
- Discussions covered Yemen, Palestine, US-Israeli-Iranian tensions and maritime security
Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan met in Istanbul to condemn what they described as escalating attacks by Houthi forces in Yemen, including strikes on civilians, infrastructure and commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab. The four countries called for an immediate halt to military activities and urged the Houthis to return to political negotiations.
In a separate expanded session, ministers from France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom joined the discussions. The broader group emphasised resolving regional conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, addressing issues including developments in Yemen and Palestine, tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran, and maritime security threats.
Why it matters
The meeting reflects regional concerns about security threats in key shipping lanes and humanitarian conditions in Yemen, with major powers engaged in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
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