The Gulf Co-operation Council has reaffirmed its support for Yemeni peace initiatives aimed at ending the prolonged war.
For years, the GCC, especially Oman and Kuwait, has mediated between the country's warring sides in an attempt to bring them back on the negotiating table.
The comments came as Yemen’s Foreign Minister Ahmed bin Mubarak met GCC Secretary General Jassem Al Budaiwi in Saudi Arabia.
“Mr Al Budaiwi reaffirmed the firm position of the Gulf Co-operation Council in supporting the Presidential Leadership Council and its legitimate government, promoting unity and stability, and backing all regional and international efforts aimed at ending the war and bringing peace,” the regional bloc said on Thursday.
Mr Mubarak spoke about the economic and development challenges facing Yemen's internationally recognised government and conveyed its appreciation for the GCC's relief and humanitarian assistance.
The chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, Rashad Al Alimi, on Thursday urged the international community to put more pressure on the Houthis to come to the negotiating table and discuss ways to end the conflict.
Efforts by the UN and the international community to find a political solution to the war have been stalling.
Local media reports suggest that the Houthis are preparing for a violent campaign to take over areas and cities under the government's control.
Last month, Saudi Arabia started peace talks with the Iran-backed Houthis in Sanaa in an attempt to revive a nationwide truce and restart the political process.
Hopes of a breakthrough were raised after the kingdom's rapprochement with Iran in March.
The Houthis seized the capital, Sanaa, in 2014. A year later, a Saudi-led coalition intervened at the invitation of the government.
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The flights
Emirates, Etihad and Malaysia Airlines all fly direct from the UAE to Kuala Lumpur and on to Penang from about Dh2,300 return, including taxes.
Where to stay
In Kuala Lumpur, Element is a recently opened, futuristic hotel high up in a Norman Foster-designed skyscraper. Rooms cost from Dh400 per night, including taxes. Hotel Stripes, also in KL, is a great value design hotel, with an infinity rooftop pool. Rooms cost from Dh310, including taxes.
In Penang, Ren i Tang is a boutique b&b in what was once an ancient Chinese Medicine Hall in the centre of Little India. Rooms cost from Dh220, including taxes.
23 Love Lane in Penang is a luxury boutique heritage hotel in a converted mansion, with private tropical gardens. Rooms cost from Dh400, including taxes.
In Langkawi, Temple Tree is a unique architectural villa hotel consisting of antique houses from all across Malaysia. Rooms cost from Dh350, including taxes.
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German intelligence warnings
- 2002: "Hezbollah supporters feared becoming a target of security services because of the effects of [9/11] ... discussions on Hezbollah policy moved from mosques into smaller circles in private homes." Supporters in Germany: 800
- 2013: "Financial and logistical support from Germany for Hezbollah in Lebanon supports the armed struggle against Israel ... Hezbollah supporters in Germany hold back from actions that would gain publicity." Supporters in Germany: 950
- 2023: "It must be reckoned with that Hezbollah will continue to plan terrorist actions outside the Middle East against Israel or Israeli interests." Supporters in Germany: 1,250
Source: Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution
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