ISLAMABAD – United Nations top envoy responds over new developments inMiddle East made by Houthis militia offer to Saudi Arabia.
The United Nations envoy for Yemen welcomed Saturday an offer from thecountry’s Huthi rebels to halt all attacks on Saudi Arabia , saying itcould bring an end to years of bloody conflict.
Implementation of the initiative by the Huthis “in good faith could send apowerful message of the will to end the war,” Special Envoy for YemenMartin Griffiths said.
The Iran-backed Huthis, which control the capital Sanaa and other parts ofYemen, have been fighting against a Saudi-led coalition that supports thecountry´s internationally recognized government in a devastating five-yearwar.
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Griffiths hailed “the desire for a political solution to end the conflict”in a statement issued from UN headquarters in New York.
On Friday, the Huthis proposed halting attacks on Saudi Arabia as part of apeace initiative.
