Ahead of the UN General Assembly, foreign ministers of G7 nations said in a joint statement that Iran must “end its arming of and support” for the Houthis in Yemen. The G7 also condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia “in the strongest terms," adding that the recent escalation in fighting against Saudi-backed pro-government forces in Yemen represented a threat to regional and global energy security.&nbsp;The G7 statement comes ahead of the annual UN General Assembly in New York, where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is due to speak.“We call on the Houthis to immediately cease all military actions, all threats and attacks against civilian shipping, and to return to the political process in good faith,” said the foreign ministers of the UK, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States.&nbsp;“Their reprehensible actions constitute a dangerous pattern of escalation that risks further exacerbating the conflict, undermining international trade and creating global economic instability,” the G7 added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-rare-earth-export-licences-and-board-of-trade-are-us-priorities-ahead-of-trump-xi-summit-1790021069068">Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit</a>&nbsp;<h2>More than 120,000 Yemenis displaced by the surge in fighting: UN</h2>&nbsp;Thousands of refugees have fled Yemen after the Iran-backed Houthis seized territory along the Red Sea coastline, including near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the gateway to a key global shipping route.The UN estimates that in all, more than 120,000 Yemenis have been displaced by the sudden surge in fighting along Yemen’s Red Sea coast.&nbsp;“Looking forward, we will continue to support the legitimate Government of Yemen and reaffirm our strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Yemen,” the G7 ministers said.The G7 statement was issued following a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.The Houthis declare themselves to be part of the Iranian-led “axis of resistance” against Israel, the US and the wider West—along with armed groups such as Hamas and Lebanon’s Hezbollah movement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-russia-has-lost-control-of-its-diesel-industry-calls-for-end-to-ridiculous-never-ending-war-1789999050401">Trump says Russia has ‘lost control’ of its diesel industry, calls for end to ‘ridiculous, never-ending’ war</a><h2>Iran claims it only supports Houthis politically</h2>&nbsp;Iran claims that it only supports the Houthis politically and denies supplying weapons to them in violation of a UN embargo.However, the naval forces of the UK and other Western powers repeatedly intercepted Iranian weapons shipments bound for Yemen during the civil war.A panel of UN experts also concluded in 2024 that the Houthis had been transformed into a powerful military organisation due to the transfer of materiel, assistance, and training from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, Hezbollah, and Iraqi specialists.&nbsp;Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the UK will provide “defensive air-to-air refuelling” support for Saudi Arabia, involving a single British aircraft, a Voyager, based out of RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus. Burnham said the announcement followed a request from Saudi Arabia for “military support.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-document-details-broad-iran-cooperation-plan-across-finance-nuclear-and-aviation-sectors-report-1789995702968">Russian document details broad Iran cooperation plan across finance, nuclear and aviation sectors: Report</a>&nbsp;France has also pledged support, saying it is ready to work on “securing” Saudi energy infrastructure via a “strictly defensive approach”.&nbsp;Meanwhile, at least six people were killed in Saudi strikes on the strategic Yemeni Red Sea port city of Mokha, the city seized by Houthis from pro-government forces this month, reported Houthi-affiliated media.&nbsp;Earlier this month, the Houthis, who had already seized most of the populated parts of Yemen, took control of Bab al-Mandab, a narrow, maritime chokepoint where the southern Red Sea flows into the Gulf of Aden and the wider Indian Ocean. Saudi Arabia has retaliated with hundreds of airstrikes in the region.

Iran claims that it only supports the Houthis politically and denies supplying weapons to them in violation of a UN embargo. However, the naval forces of the UK and other Western powers repeatedly intercepted Iranian weapons shipments bound for Yemen during the civil war.

Ahead of the UN General Assembly, foreign ministers of G7 nations said in a joint statement that Iran must “end its arming of and support” for the Houthis in Yemen. The G7 also condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia “in the strongest terms," adding that the recent escalation in fighting against Saudi-backed pro-government forces in Yemen represented a threat to regional and global energy security. The G7 statement comes ahead of the annual UN General Assembly in New York, where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is due to speak. “We call on the Houthis to immediately cease all military actions, all threats and attacks against civilian shipping, and to return to the political process in good faith,” said the foreign ministers of the UK, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States. “Their reprehensible actions constitute a dangerous pattern of escalation that risks further exacerbating the conflict, undermining international trade and creating global economic instability,” the G7 added. Also Read: Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit More than 120,000 Yemenis displaced by the surge in fighting: UN Thousands of refugees have fled Yemen after the Iran-backed Houthis seized territory along the Red Sea coastline, including near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the gateway to a key global shipping route. The UN estimates that in all, more than 120,000 Yemenis have been displaced by the sudden surge in fighting along Yemen’s Red Sea coast. “Looking forward, we will continue to support the legitimate Government of Yemen and reaffirm our strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Yemen,” the G7 ministers said. The G7 statement was issued following a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The Houthis declare themselves to be part of the Iranian-led “axis of resistance” against Israel, the US and the wider West—along with armed groups such as Hamas and Lebanon’s Hezbollah movement. Also Read: Trump says Russia has ‘lost control’ of its diesel industry, calls for end to ‘ridiculous, never-ending’ war Iran claims it only supports Houthis politically Iran claims that it only supports the Houthis politically and denies supplying weapons to them in violation of a UN embargo. However, the naval forces of the UK and other Western powers repeatedly intercepted Iranian weapons shipments bound for Yemen during the civil war. A panel of UN experts also concluded in 2024 that the Houthis had been transformed into a powerful military organisation due to the transfer of materiel, assistance, and training from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, Hezbollah, and Iraqi specialists. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the UK will provide “defensive air-to-air refuelling” support for Saudi Arabia, involving a single British aircraft, a Voyager, based out of RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus. Burnham said the announcement followed a request from Saudi Arabia for “military support.” Also Read: Russian document details broad Iran cooperation plan across finance, nuclear and aviation sectors: Report France has also pledged support, saying it is ready to work on “securing” Saudi energy infrastructure via a “strictly defensive approach”. Meanwhile, at least six people were killed in Saudi strikes on the strategic Yemeni Red Sea port city of Mokha, the city seized by Houthis from pro-government forces this month, reported Houthi-affiliated media. Earlier this month, the Houthis, who had already seized most of the populated parts of Yemen, took control of Bab al-Mandab, a narrow, maritime chokepoint where the southern Red Sea flows into the Gulf of Aden and the wider Indian Ocean. Saudi Arabia has retaliated with hundreds of airstrikes in the region.

Iran claims that it only supports the Houthis politically and denies supplying weapons to them in violation of a UN embargo. However, the naval forces of the UK and other Western powers repeatedly intercepted Iranian weapons shipments bound for Yemen during the civil war.

‘Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen,’ say G7 nations ahead of UN General Assembly

The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations have called for an immediate cessation to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in the ongoing Iran war and committed to securing the Strait of Hormuz. In a joint statement issued on the second day of the G7 meeting in France, the foreign ministers said they had underscored the importance of minimising the impact of the conflict on civilian populations, critical infrastructure, and regional partners.&nbsp;“We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer, and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens,” the ministers said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-signs-air-defence-deal-with-saudi-arabia-offering-drone-expertise-1774615347801">Ukraine signs air defence deal with Saudi Arabia, offers its drone expertise</a>&nbsp;France’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said the G7 remains “exceptionally committed” to minimising the impact of the war in Iran.The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an “immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians,” he said.After the meeting with his counterparts in Vaux-de-Cernay, northern France, he said nothing permits the attacks, and civilians need to be clearly protected.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-situation-dynamic-petrol-diesel-prices-to-be-reviewed-every-15-days-says-govt-1774609798246">‘Situation dynamic’: Petrol, diesel prices to be reviewed every 15 days, says govt</a>&nbsp;The foreign ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a key sticking point in the war.&nbsp;Barrot added that the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to brief the EU’s Council of Foreign Affairs and to work together to find a solution to resolve the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;The G7 members are the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, along with the European Union.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-snaps-up-fuel-shortage-issue-says-lpg-produced-in-bengal-should-not-be-sent-outside-1774623922037">Mamata snaps up fuel shortage issue, says LPG produced in Bengal should not be sent outside</a><h2>EU energy ministers to hold video call on impact of Iran war</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, European Union countries’ energy ministers will hold an extraordinary video call on Tuesday on the impact of the Iran war on European energy security of supply, said a spokesperson for Cyprus’ EU presidency.Cyprus holds the EU’s rotating presidency and chairs meetings of EU countries.

The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians. The foreign ministers reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations have called for an immediate cessation to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in the ongoing Iran war and committed to securing the Strait of Hormuz. In a joint statement issued on the second day of the G7 meeting in France, the foreign ministers said they had underscored the importance of minimising the impact of the conflict on civilian populations, critical infrastructure, and regional partners. “We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer, and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens,” the ministers said. Also Read: Ukraine signs air defence deal with Saudi Arabia, offers its drone expertise France’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said the G7 remains “exceptionally committed” to minimising the impact of the war in Iran. The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an “immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians,” he said. After the meeting with his counterparts in Vaux-de-Cernay, northern France, he said nothing permits the attacks, and civilians need to be clearly protected. Also Read: ‘Situation dynamic’: Petrol, diesel prices to be reviewed every 15 days, says govt The foreign ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a key sticking point in the war. Barrot added that the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to brief the EU’s Council of Foreign Affairs and to work together to find a solution to resolve the impasse in the Strait of Hormuz. The G7 members are the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, along with the European Union. Also Read: Mamata snaps up fuel shortage issue, says LPG produced in Bengal should not be sent outside EU energy ministers to hold video call on impact of Iran war Meanwhile, European Union countries’ energy ministers will hold an extraordinary video call on Tuesday on the impact of the Iran war on European energy security of supply, said a spokesperson for Cyprus’ EU presidency. Cyprus holds the EU’s rotating presidency and chairs meetings of EU countries.

The group of the world’s seven largest so-called “advanced” economies called for an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure and civilians. The foreign ministers reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz

G7 foreign ministers, invited countries wrapped up the second day of talks on Friday at the picturesque Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay in France, focusing on a range of issues, from critical minerals to combating terror financing. The meeting brought together G7 nations with key partner countries, India, Brazil, South Korea and Saudi Arabia, to address pressing transnational challenges.&nbsp;A major highlight was the fight against terrorist financing. France, which organised the first “No Money for Terror” conference in 2018 and adopted the “Paris Agenda,” will host the fifth edition during its G7 presidency. A French diplomatic source told WION that this will "provide an opportunity to promote an international agenda to address emerging forms of terrorist financing."&nbsp;Discussions also turned to critical minerals, described as vital for economic security and the energy and digital transitions. Sources stated: “The objective is to secure value chains through the development of industrial partnerships between G7 countries and partner countries.” On narcotrafficking and maritime security, France announced plans for a two-phase initiative. This includes setting up a dedicated G7 task force with partners, to be established within the Lyon-Rome Group, and implementing a roadmap on port security and strengthening state action at sea. The task force aims to identify gaps in port security and develop a practical toolbox.&nbsp;For the Caribbean region, identified as both a transit and destination area for illicit trafficking, particularly drugs and firearms, France will organise a regional security conference in Martinique in July. Sources sad, "the objective of this conference is to develop a shared understanding of the challenges at the regional level, strengthen the network of relevant stakeholders, and promote standards across all areas necessary to combat trafficking."&nbsp;India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in the meetings and held bilateral talks with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. The ministers held extensive discussions on the situation in the Middle East. They agreed to continue their close coordination "with a view to working jointly towards ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz", the French statement said.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be attending the G7 Évian Summit, scheduled for 15–17 June under France’s G7 presidency. Since 2019, Indian PM Modi has been regularly invited for the G7 summit. Important to point out, that it was the 2019 French Presidency that PM Modi was first invited to attend the G7 Summit.

France pushes for new initiatives to deal with narcotrafficking, maritime security at G7+ FMs meet

G7 foreign ministers, invited countries wrapped up the second day of talks on Friday at the picturesque Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay in France, focusing on a range of issues, from critical minerals to combating terror financing. The meeting brought together G7 nations with key partner countries, India, Brazil, South Korea and Saudi Arabia, to address pressing transnational challenges. A major highlight was the fight against terrorist financing. France, which organised the first “No Money for Terror” conference in 2018 and adopted the “Paris Agenda,” will host the fifth edition during its G7 presidency. A French diplomatic source told WION that this will "provide an opportunity to promote an international agenda to address emerging forms of terrorist financing." Discussions also turned to critical minerals, described as vital for economic security and the energy and digital transitions. Sources stated: “The objective is to secure value chains through the development of industrial partnerships between G7 countries and partner countries.” On narcotrafficking and maritime security, France announced plans for a two-phase initiative. This includes setting up a dedicated G7 task force with partners, to be established within the Lyon-Rome Group, and implementing a roadmap on port security and strengthening state action at sea. The task force aims to identify gaps in port security and develop a practical toolbox. For the Caribbean region, identified as both a transit and destination area for illicit trafficking, particularly drugs and firearms, France will organise a regional security conference in Martinique in July. Sources sad, "the objective of this conference is to develop a shared understanding of the challenges at the regional level, strengthen the network of relevant stakeholders, and promote standards across all areas necessary to combat trafficking." India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in the meetings and held bilateral talks with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. The ministers held extensive discussions on the situation in the Middle East. They agreed to continue their close coordination "with a view to working jointly towards ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz", the French statement said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be attending the G7 Évian Summit, scheduled for 15–17 June under France’s G7 presidency. Since 2019, Indian PM Modi has been regularly invited for the G7 summit. Important to point out, that it was the 2019 French Presidency that PM Modi was first invited to attend the G7 Summit.

A major highlight was the fight against terrorist financing. France, which organised the first “No Money for Terror” conference in 2018 and adopted the “Paris Agenda,” will host the fifth edition during its G7 presidency

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‘Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen,’ say G7 nations ahead of UN General Assembly

‘Stop attacks on civilians,’ says G7, commits to securing Strait of Hormuz

At G7 + FMs meet, France pushes for initiatives to deal with maritime security