The foreign ministers of the G7 countries have strongly condemned the continuing attacks by Yemen’s Houthi movement against Saudi Arabia. The statement was issued on September 21, 2026, during a meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The G7 includes Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States. The ministers expressed concern over the continued military actions by the Houthis in Yemen and attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.
The ministers called on the Houthis to immediately stop all military operations and threats. They also demanded an end to attacks against civilian shipping, warning that such actions could affect international trade and increase regional instability.
The G7 also urged the Houthi movement to return to the political process and engage in peace efforts in good faith. The call comes as fighting in Yemen has intensified and concerns have grown over the impact on regional security and important maritime routes.
The foreign ministers also called on Iran to stop supplying weapons and providing support to the Houthis. They said Iranian assistance to the group was contributing to what they described as a dangerous pattern of escalation that could threaten international trade and global stability.
The statement comes amid renewed fighting between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces in Yemen. The conflict has also raised concerns about shipping and security around the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb, an important maritime route.
The G7’s appeal comes as other international actors have also called for an end to Houthi attacks and a return to negotiations. The European Union recently urged the Houthis to stop military action and supported efforts toward a comprehensive and lasting political settlement in Yemen.
The G7 ministers said ending the military escalation and returning to a political process are important for reducing tensions and protecting regional and international stability.