# UK condemns Houthi escalation in Yemen at Security Council

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Topic: World · Status: published · Version: 1
Published: 2026-10-09T16:32:10.802Z · Updated: 2026-10-09T16:32:10.802Z
Record: https://davids.news/s/uk-condemns-houthi-escalation-in-yemen-at-security-council-5b130cda

In a statement to the UN Security Council, the UK said a Houthi offensive had intensified the conflict and worsened civilian suffering.

- The UK said Houthi forces were besieging civilians and threatening supply routes in Taiz City.

Why it matters: The UK said the situation was adding pressure to Taiz’s already fragile health system.

## Original sources

- [UK Government](<https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-united-kingdom-unequivocally-condemns-the-dangerous-escalation-by-the-houthis-in-yemen-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council>) — primary announcement
  Source: UK Government 2026 · Original report: 2026-10-09T15:54:36.000Z

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