27.04.2025 01:00
The Foreign Minister of the Houthi-affiliated government in Yemen, Jamal Amir, stated that there is a large-scale oil spill in the Red Sea due to the attacks carried out by the United States on the Ras Isa Port, and that this poses a risk of ecological disaster.
The Houthis reported a large-scale oil spill in the Red Sea due to attacks by the United States on the Ras Isa Port in the city of Hudaydah.
Jamal Amir, the Foreign Minister of the Houthi-affiliated government, wrote letters to UN officials, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
"US ATTACKS LED TO THE SPILLING OF OIL DERIVATIVES"
In his letter, Amir stated, "The US completely destroyed the civilian infrastructure of the Ras Isa Port it attacked. More alarmingly, the US attacks have led to the spilling of oil derivatives into the Red Sea and surrounding waters, thus posing a risk of an ecological disaster."
"THREATENING THE LIVELIHOOD OF THOUSANDS"
Amir pointed out that this spill threatens the fragile marine ecosystem, risking the destruction of coral reefs and fish spawning areas, and that this situation, which could eliminate the region's unique biodiversity, not only pollutes the coastlines but also threatens the livelihoods of thousands of people who depend on fishing.
Amir described the US attacks on the Ras Isa Port as a "war crime," stating that the international responsibility for its devastating effects lies with Washington.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Houthis announced on March 7 that they had given Israel a 4-day ultimatum to allow aid to Gaza, otherwise they would resume maritime operations against Israel.
US President Donald Trump also stated on March 15 via the Truth Social platform that he had instructed the military to launch a "major attack" against the Houthis in Yemen.
After March 15 in Yemen, it was reported that 217 people, mostly women and children, lost their lives in US airstrikes, and 436 people were injured.