Pakistan called for an immediate and unconditional end to Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia at the United Nations on Thursday as the UN Security Council renewed sanctions on Yemen and moved to halt the militia’s drone and missile production.
The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution on Thursday to cut off supplies of dual-use components and chemicals the Houthi militia uses to build weapons, Arab News reported. The measure extends a targeted asset freeze and travel ban on members of the group until November 14, 2027.
Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN Ambassador Syed Haider Shah condemned continued Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia during the Security Council mandate renewal, The Express Tribune reported. Islamabad reaffirmed its support for the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity.
“Pakistan stands in full and unwavering solidarity with the leadership, Government and brotherly people of Saudi Arabia,” Ambassador Syed Haider Shah said. He added that Pakistan supported Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to defend its territory in accordance with the UN Charter and international law.
The Houthis stated they had attacked a pumping station on the Saudi East-West oil pipeline, an oil facility in the Red Sea city of Yanbu, and an Aramco building in Riyadh, The Express Tribune reported. The Saudi-led military coalition intercepted and destroyed two drones launched by the group, one in the Riyadh region and another in the Eastern Province.
“Today’s adoption by consensus demonstrates this council’s determination to take decisive action against reckless attacks by the Houthis in Yemen and against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the broader region,” said Sarah MacIntosh, the UK’s permanent representative to the UN. Britain serves as the Council’s penholder on Yemen.
During the negotiations, the UK attempted to restore language labeling the Houthis as a terrorist group, but dropped the effort after Russia objected that it would hinder political talks, Arab News reported. China and Russia also pushed back against the list of dual-use items and the expansion of the expert panel.
Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi welcomed the international consensus on UN Security Council Resolution 2837, TRT World reported. He called for turning the resolution into a firm commitment to halt attacks and preserve Yemen’s unity and stability.
Meanwhile, the UN warned of rising civilian casualties across Yemen as fighting reignited after a period of relative calm that began in April 2022 ended with renewed clashes in July, Anadolu Ajansı reported. UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq expressed concern over increasing attacks hitting areas previously considered safe.
| Body / Official | Action Taken | Key Date |
|---|---|---|
| UN Security Council | Renewed sanctions and targeted asset freezes | Until Nov 14, 2027 |
| Permanent Mission of Pakistan | Called for unconditional end to Houthi attacks | November 12, 2026 |
| Panel of Experts | Mandate renewed to monitor sanctions | Until Dec 15, 2027 |
Yemeni Ambassador to the UN Abdullah Ali Al-Saadi said the true importance of the resolution would depend on its implementation on the ground and the council’s ability to curb the flow of weapons. The targeted asset freeze and travel ban on members of the militia are extended until November 14, 2027.
“This is a worrying trend, and it must not become the accepted reality of this war,” UN deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said.
