The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned recent attacks by the Houthi movement, a group based in Yemen, against Saudi Arabia. This comes after an intercepted missile attack by Saudi forces the previous day. The Council's acting president, French Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont, stated that all 15 members of the Council strongly oppose the continued attacks by the Houthis, which have targeted both civilian and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. These attacks have resulted in injuries, including among women and children. The Council also expressed concern over attacks and threats against commercial ships in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, emphasizing the need to protect these vessels and their crews. The Council called for stronger cooperation, particularly with the Yemeni government, to prevent the Houthis from obtaining weapons, technical support, training, and funding that enable their military operations. They also reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's right to self-defense under international law. The Council's statements reflect growing international concern over the ongoing conflict in Yemen and its regional implications. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Barham Salih, described the current escalation in the conflict as "very concerning" for civilian populations. He noted that tens of thousands of people have already been displaced due to the fighting, with many fleeing to countries like Djibouti for safety. The humanitarian situation has become increasingly dire, prompting the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to declare an initial level one emergency for Yemen, Djibouti, and Somalia. This declaration allows for a faster mobilization of resources and personnel to support those affected. The emergency declaration will help strengthen the humanitarian response, particularly through cash assistance, provision of shelters, and protection measures for vulnerable populations. As the conflict continues, the international community faces mounting pressure to address both the security and humanitarian challenges arising from the crisis in Yemen and its broader regional impact.