14.11.2025 Explanation of Vote on the Yemen 2140 sanctions regime

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Thank you, Madam President,

Denmark voted in favor of the resolution in support of a continuation of the targeted sanctions regime on Yemen. We commend the efforts of the UK in seeking to bridge the various positions expressed throughout the negotiations.

The 2140-sanctions regime remains a vital tool in preventing further escalation in the Red Sea as well as in Yemen in support of efforts to advance the political process.

Despite the arms embargo, the Houthis have continued to expand their power and capabilities. With support from their allies, they relentlessly circumvent the sanctions regime by smuggling weapons and adapting their supply chains, which risks further destabilizing the region, undermining freedom of navigation and threatening maritime security in the Red Sea.

The sanctions regime that we just renewed is an important step and a testament to the commitment of this Council to maintain pressure on the Houthis.

We are also pleased that strengthened language on due process is now included in the resolution. This is essential for accountability across all sanctions regimes and an issue, which Denmark will continue to champion.

Denmark calls on all states to fully respect and uphold all aspects of this sanctions regime, including the arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban measures. We must keep up the pressure on those, who continue to threaten efforts to advance peace in Yemen.

Thank you.