UN leader denounces rising tensions between Yemen's Houthis and Israel.

The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict between Yemen's Houthis and Israel. In a statement, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Sanaa International Airport, Red Sea ports, and power stations in Yemen. The airstrikes reportedly caused numerous casualties, including an injury to a UN Humanitarian Air Service crew member.

According to the statement, a high-level UN delegation, led by World Health Organisation Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, was present at the airport during the airstrikes. The delegation had just concluded discussions on the humanitarian situation in Yemen and the release of detained UN and other personnel. The UN chief reiterated his call for all parties to cease military actions and exercise restraint to avoid further escalation in the region.

The UN also expressed concern about the impact of the airstrikes on humanitarian operations in Yemen. The airstrikes pose grave risks to the delivery of much-needed aid to the affected population, the statement said. This comes after the Houthi group announced that they had launched two drones targeting vital and industrial areas in Israeli cities of Tel Aviv and Ashkelon.

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea stated that the two operations were carried out successfully, and they would continue their attacks on Israel until the aggression on Gaza stops and the siege is lifted. However, there was no immediate comment from the Israeli side. Earlier that morning, the group had also claimed responsibility for a hypersonic ballistic missile attack on Tel Aviv, which the Israeli army intercepted.

The Houthis' attacks on Israel have intensified following Israel's pledge to launch a significant offensive against them. The UN has called for a ceasefire and urged all parties to prioritize dialogue and find a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The UN chief has also warned about the severe consequences of further military actions on innocent civilians and humanitarian operations in Yemen.

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