The Kabul Tribune (KT) — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the detention of UN personnel, humanitarian workers, and diplomats by Houthi authorities in Yemen.
In a post on X, Guterres said he “reiterates” his condemnation of what he described as arbitrary detentions carried out between 2021 and 2025 by the Houthis.
He called for the immediate and unconditional release of all those detained, stressing that humanitarian workers must not be targeted.
Guterres said aid workers play a vital role and should never be detained for carrying out their duties, adding that he stands in solidarity with those held and their families.
The United Nations and humanitarian organizations have repeatedly raised concerns over restrictions and risks facing aid workers in conflict-affected regions, including Yemen, where access and security remain major challenges.
