Ismini Palla Special Envoy for Yemen, Martin Griffiths, talks to journalists during a visit to Marib 7 March 2020 Peace and Security In a visit to northern Yemen on Saturday, UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths repeated his call for an immediate freeze on military activities and for warring parties to work towards a de-escalation in fighting. Mr. Griffiths was speaking during a one-day visit to Marib, which he described as a “haven” amid the ongoing conflict between government forces, backed by a Saudi-led coalition, and Ansar Allah, also known as Houthis. UN Special Envoy for Yemen ✔ @OSE_Yemen The UN Special Envoy for # Yemen , Martin Griffiths, visits # Marib today to reiterate his call for calm and the resumption of the political process. Mr. Girffiths is scheduled to meet local authorities, tribal chiefs, civil society, women and youth as well as displaced Yemenis. 38 2:22
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