Sana'a - Saba:
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates held on Wednesday a press conference in the capital Sana'a, discussing local, regional, and international developments.
During the press conference, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Jamal Amer addressed the American-Zionist aggression on Gaza and Yemen’s position in supporting the Palestinian people.
Amer highlighted the escalation towards Yemen as a consequence of this aggression, and reviewed the position of the leader of the revolution, Mr. Abdulmalik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, in providing moral and humanitarian support to Gaza in the face of the genocidal actions of the Zionist entity.
Minister Amer explained that Yemen’s leadership's stance was surprising, especially to Washington and the West, as Yemen had refrained from using the Bab al-Mandeb and the Red Sea for military purposes over the last ten years of aggression. He emphasized that Yemen’s support for Gaza was solely humanitarian, aimed at aiding Palestinian civilians.
He reiterated Yemen's firm rejection of all mediations and pressures to cease support for Gaza. Despite the tripartite military aggression from the U.S., Britain, and Israel, Yemen's response has remained resolute, asserting that any aggression against Gaza must end for humanitarian aid to reach the strip.
On the conspiracy faced by Yemen, Minister Amer accused Saudi Arabia and the UAE of being tools of U.S. policies, plotting against Yemen through mercenaries and attempting to attack Sana'a.
However, he noted that their dispute over the southern provinces has hindered the execution of these plans. He stressed that Yemen could not accept foreign occupation on its land, especially when it has been defending humanitarian values far from its own borders in Gaza.
Minister Amer called on Riyadh to seize the opportunity for peace, warning that Washington would not be able to protect it in the long term. He emphasized that Washington's suspension of the peace roadmap and its pressure on Sana'a to abandon its position on Gaza were clear attempts to weaken Yemen’s stance.
He also commented on the U.S. classification of Sana'a as a "terrorist group," adding that U.S. actions to cut off humanitarian aid were designed to pressure Yemen into submission. However, he reassured that Sana'a was serious about peace and ready to pursue it through diplomatic means, but would resort to revolutionary efforts if necessary.
The Foreign Minister also criticized the United Nations' Special Envoy for Yemen, stating that they had become a mouthpiece for the U.S. envoy and did not represent the interests of Yemen. Regarding the detentions of local employees in international organizations, Minister Amer affirmed Yemen's trust in international organizations, but clarified that Yemen could not ignore security threats posed by individuals within these organizations exploiting their roles.
Minister Amer also addressed the World Food Program’s operations, stating that it had significantly reduced food aid coverage and followed a policy that exacerbated internal tensions.
He criticized the program’s handling of food supplies, noting that a large portion of the foodstuffs were corrupt and unsuitable for human consumption. He claimed that 64% of the program's budget was spent on operational costs, making it a burden rather than a help to the Yemeni people.
Concerning regional issues, Minister Amer reaffirmed Yemen's respect for Syria’s sovereignty and independence but condemned Zionist violations of Syrian territory. Regarding Lebanon, Yemen expressed solidarity with the Lebanese government and resistance in the face of Zionist encroachments on Lebanese sovereignty.
Minister Amer reiterated that Yemen seeks a just and sustainable peace and aims to establish good relations with its neighbors, based on mutual respect and non-interference in internal affairs.
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