Pakistan has demanded an immediate and unconditional halt to Houthi attacks Saudi Arabia and urged broad regional diplomacy to restore stability in the Gulf. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan's Permanent Representative Ambassador Syed Haider Shah highlighted the grave security situation in the region and expressed full solidarity with the Saudi leadership and people.
Islamabad reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity following renewed cross-border strikes against civilian infrastructure and commercial shipping. The statement came as Saudi-led coalition forces reported intercepting suspected drone strikes launched over the Riyadh region and Eastern Province.
UN Security Council strengthens sanctions regime
The diplomatic push coincided with the UN Security Council unanimously adopting a resolution to renew its sanctions regime against Yemen's Houthi militia. The measure extends targeted asset freezes and travel bans on key individuals until November 14, 2027, while extending the mandate for the UN Panel of Experts on Yemen until December 15, 2027. An arms embargo established under Resolution 2216 in April 2015 remains open-ended.
The updated sanctions specifically aim to disrupt the group's access to dual-use industrial components and precursor chemicals used to construct attack drones and missiles locally. UN monitors previously reported that commercial parts were routinely diverted to build guidance systems and unmanned aerial vehicles.
Maritime security and Gulf de-escalation
Addressing a broader Security Council debate on maritime security, Pakistan warned that ongoing hostilities endanger critical sea lanes, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandab Strait. Threats to international navigation risk compounding global energy and food insecurity, particularly for vulnerable developing nations.
Ambassador Shah urged all regional actors to refrain from further military provocations and settle disputes through sustained negotiations. While the United States and Iran traded sharp allegations during the debate, Pakistan maintained that long-term regional stability depends on peaceful coexistence, respect for sovereign borders, and open channels of communication.
Timeline: what has happened so far
- April 2015: UN Security Council adopts Resolution 2216, establishing an open-ended arms embargo against Houthi forces in Yemen.
- Thursday: Saudi-led coalition forces intercept suspected Houthi drones over the Riyadh region and Eastern Province.
- Thursday: UN Security Council unanimously extends targeted sanctions and expert panel mandates on Yemen through late 2027.
- Friday: Pakistan delivers statements at the UN calling for an end to cross-border strikes and requesting immediate Gulf de-escalation.
Aasan alfaaz mein
Pakistan ne UN mein Saudi Arab par hone wale Houthi hamlon ko foran rokne ka mutalaba kiya hai. Security Council ne Houthi militia par aalmi pabandiyan 2027 tak barha di hain taake un tak drone aur missile ka saman na pohnch sake. Pakistan ne kahan hai ke samundari raston par hamlon se mehngai aur tel ki supply kharab ho sakti hai. Is mamlay ko jang ke bajaye mazaqrat se hal karna zaroori hai.
