Yemen’s Deputy Foreign Minister Discusses Cooperation with Red Cross

ADEN-SABA
Yemen’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Dr. Mansour Bajash, has virtually met with officials from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to discuss enhancing cooperation and addressing humanitarian developments in Yemen.

During the meeting, Bajash highlighted the Houthi militia’s gross violations against humanitarian workers, including the detention of international staff and seizure of aid assets. He urged international organizations to operate from Aden, ensuring their independence and access to those in need.

The discussion also focused on ongoing prisoner exchange talks in Jordan, with Bajash emphasizing the government’s commitment to the “all-for-all” principle.

The ICRC officials expressed hope for a successful outcome and outlined their role in facilitating prisoner transfers and providing aid.