Pakistan demands end to Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as UN renews Yemen sanctions

Pakistan has called for an immediate and unconditional end to Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution renewing sanctions against individuals and entities threatening peace and stability in Yemen.

The resolution extends targeted asset freezes and travel bans until November 14, 2027. It also seeks to restrict the Houthis’ access to commercially available chemicals used in manufacturing drones and missiles.

Speaking after the vote, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, strongly condemned the attacks and reaffirmed Islamabad’s solidarity with Riyadh.

He said Pakistan supported Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and legitimate right to defend its territory and protect its citizens and residents.

Negotiations saw disagreements over describing the Houthis as a terrorist group and restricting dual-use items.