Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met with the Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council of the Republic of Yemen, Dr. Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi.
During the meeting, Prince Khalid bin Salman reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s unwavering support for ensuring the security and stability of Yemen and fulfilling the aspirations of its people.
He conveyed the greetings and best wishes of the Saudi leadership to Yemen and its people, emphasizing the strong fraternal ties between the two nations, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
Dr. Al-Alimi extended his greetings to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince, Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, through the Defense Minister.
The meeting included discussions on the latest developments in Yemen, ongoing efforts to support peace, and progress towards a comprehensive political solution to the Yemeni crisis.
The roadmap aims to unify Yemeni ranks and meet the aspirations of its people under the auspices of the United Nations (UN).
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations agency, has reported that 6,600 African migrants are enduring harsh and perilous conditions in Yemen.
The IOM is making earnest efforts to facilitate their return to their home countries, but the situation in Yemen complicates these attempts.
In a statement broadcast by Yemen TV, the IOM emphasized the urgent need for security and support for the migrants until they can be safely repatriated.
The organization stressed that the Voluntary Humanitarian Return program is currently the only safe and dignified way for stranded migrants to return home.
Yemen, a country mired in conflict since 2015, has become a perilous crossing point for migrants, particularly from the Horn of Africa, who are seeking better opportunities in the Gulf states.
