The A3+ group (Algeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Guyana) warned at the UN Security Council today that any delay in resuming inclusive political dialogue would deepen divisions and worsen Yemenis' suffering, while reaffirming its firm support for Yemen's sovereignty and unity.

The statement, delivered by Trishala Persaud, Deputy Permanent Representative of Guyana, urged all parties to "exercise restraint and de-escalate" to achieve a Yemeni-led and owned settlement under UN auspices, with meaningful participation of all stakeholders, including women and youth."

Key Demands & Observations:

• Trust-building measures, including reopening roads, airports, and ports, to facilitate economic and humanitarian activities.

• Praise for UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg’s efforts to advance a political process based on relevant Security Council resolutions.

• Call for Yemeni parties to "break the deadlock" and work toward sustainable peace.

• Renewed demand for an "immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza", noting its potential to reduce regional tensions and create favorable conditions for peace in Yemen.

Humanitarian Crisis Concerns:

• Alarm over obstructed aid access and funding shortfalls for humanitarian operations.

• Urged international community to scale up support for 2025 response plans.

• Stressed protection for aid workers and demanded unconditional release of detained UN staff.

Closing: The A3+ reiterated its unwavering commitment to Yemen’s sovereignty and solidarity with its people in pursuing peace, security, and dignity.