[30/10/2026 06:15]

MANAMA – SABA
Foreign Minister Dr. Afrah al-Zouba discussed on Friday with US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Donald Blome on the sidelines of the Manama Dialogue 2026 in Bahrain developments in Yemen and the region, support for the government and strengthening state institutions.

Al-Zouba highlighted the Houthi militia’s military escalation, its continued siege of Taiz, restrictions on humanitarian supplies, and repeated attacks on Aden International Airport.

She stressed the need for greater humanitarian and economic support to help the government address financial challenges and maintain essential services.

She also called for translating international support into practical measures to restore state institutions and strengthen government control across Yemen.

Both sides discussed efforts to stop arms smuggling to the Houthis and address threats to maritime security in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab.

For his part, the US official reaffirmed that the United States designates the Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and reiterated Washington’s support for the Yemeni government and continued coordination with regional and international partners to promote security and stability in Yemen and the region.

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