Yemen Cabinet calls for UNESCO intervention to stop destructions in Socotra

Minister of Planning leads talks of gov't delegation with Vice President of WB for Middle East and North Africa

The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Yemen's Governor at the World Bank (WB) Group Dr. Afrah al-Zouba led the discussions of the government delegation with the Vice President of the WB Group for the Middle East and North Africa region Othman Dione.

Arab League Calls for Confronting Rising Anti-Muslim Hate

The Arab League on Sunday called for intensified international efforts to confront the growing phenomenon of hate speech and discrimination against Muslims in order to prevent deeper divisions among religions and cultures.

Oil price tops $100 a barrel

Oil prices jumped above $100 per barrel today, Monday, as the U.S. Navy prepares to take control of ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz.

Saudi League: Al-Nassr, Al-Ettifaq and Neom Secure Victories Over Al-Ittihad, Damac and Al-Riyadh

Al-Nassr defeated its guest Al-Ittihad 2–0 in the match that brought them together at Al-Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh, as part of the 21st round of the Saudi Professional League.

Last Update: ، 2026/04/18 Time 04:44:45
Latest News:

Al-Sharjabi highlights importance of water agreements to achieve sustainability in water sector

Yemen Welcomes Announcement of Ceasefire in Lebanon

Prime Minister Discusses Strengthening Bilateral Relations with Syrian President

Minister of Public Works Discusses Road Project Support with Japanese Ambassador

Prime Minister Participates in Opening Session of Antalya Diplomacy Forum

Yemen Cabinet calls for UNESCO intervention to stop destructions in Socotra

[08/05/2020 02:16]

ADEN-SABA
Yemen's Cabinet has called on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization to intervene to stop the destructive acts of Yemen's separatist militia in Socotra archipelago.

Socotra, a worldwide popular tourist oasis 60 miles from the Horn of Africa and on UNESCO's World Heritage List for its exceptionally rich and distinct flora and fauna, is now witnessing a constant unrest as a result of the Southern Transitional Council's violent attempts to overthrow the legitimate government's control.

In a meeting today, the Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Maeen Abdulmalik called on the international community and UN organizations mainly the UNESCO to take a firm stance against the destructive acts in the archipelago that had always remained geographically too far from the war of the Houthis and other terrorist militias.

The Cabinet condemned the STC's attempt to militarize and militiaise the natural sanctuary.

The Cabinet called on the people of Socotra to cooperate with the local government in protecting the sanctuary in the face of backward armed militias.