On January 25, 2025, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres confirmed that Yemen's Houthi rebels had detained seven UN staff members. In response, the UN suspended staff movement in Houthi-controlled areas due to rising humanitarian concerns. Guterres demanded the immediate release of the workers, emphasizing that detaining aid staff impedes efforts to assist millions in need. The detentions follow the US designation of the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization, which has sparked retaliation. The situation highlights worsening tensions and the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. n18oc_crux
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