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UN chief concerned by 'sharp escalation' of Yemen fighting: spokesman

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern on Monday over the rapidly escalating conflict in Yemen, according to his spokesperson. The warning comes as Saudi Arabia leads a sweeping military counteroffensive aimed at repelling Houthi fighters.

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Published October 05,2026 10:27 PM
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres raised the alarm Monday over the "sharp escalation" of fighting in Yemen, his spokesman said, as Saudi Arabia led a counteroffensive against Houthi fighters.

"The Secretary-General is deeply concerned by the sharp escalation in fighting, which has intensified markedly in recent days. He condemns the continued Houthi cross-border attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," said his spokesman Stephane Dujarric.