US Urges Yemeni Parties to Halt Escalation, Comply with Int'l Law

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken called for a halt to the escalation in the Yemeni conflict, and a commitment to a diplomatic solution that improves the lives of Yemenis and allows them to collectively determine their future.

"The United States calls on all parties of the conflict to de-escalate, comply with their obligations under international humanitarian law, and fully participate in a comprehensive peace process led by the United Nations," Blinken said - in a statement posted on the State Department's website today.

"They must commit to a peaceful diplomatic solution to end the conflict and provide a lasting solution that improves the lives of Yemenis and allows them to collectively determine their future," he added.

Earlier, the Arab coalition in Yemen had announced the start of launching  air strikes to destroy the capabilities of the Houthi militia in Hodeidah and other areas.