[12/11/2026 01:09]

MADRID-SABA

Yemen’s Ambassador to Spain, Aws al-Awd, discussed human rights violations and the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Yemen with senior Spanish Foreign Ministry officials, including Director General for the United Nations, International Organizations and Human Rights Lucia Garcia Rico and Director of the Human Rights Office Eduardo Roman.

The talks focused on Houthi militia violations against civilians, including attacks on civilian facilities and infrastructure, the continued siege of Taiz and the closure of roads and crossings, which have severely worsened humanitarian and health conditions, particularly for women and children.

The discussions also addressed the detention, abduction and enforced disappearance of individuals, as well as the continued detention of UN and international organization staff, stressing the need for their immediate release in accordance with international law.

Both sides highlighted the importance of strengthening international efforts to document violations, ensure accountability and prevent impunity. They also discussed Spain’s and the European Union’s role in supporting human rights in Yemen and keeping these issues high on European and international agendas.

Ambassador al-Awd stressed the importance of continued Spanish and European support for the Yemeni government’s efforts to protect human rights and strengthen the rule of law. He also explored opportunities for cooperation and technical and institutional assistance to Yemeni human rights institutions.

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