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UN chief voices concern over escalation in Yemeni conflict

UN chief voices concern over escalation in Yemeni conflict

UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has appealed to the parties of Yemen conflict to refrain from further escalation as it adversely impacts chances of peace.

In a statement, he denounced the recent sharp escalation in the conflict after exchange of air strikes and ballistic missile attacks between Saudi-led coalition and Houthi rebels.

The Secretary-General urged all parties of the conflict to uphold international humanitarian law and take steps for protecting civilians. APP