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<p>The UK is discussing with UN Security Council partners what more the Council can
do to address the humanitarian crisis in Yemen and step up support for the work of
the UN Special Envoy Martin Griffiths. The Foreign Secretary discussed this step with
the UN Special Envoy and they agreed that the time was right for the Council to act
to bolster the UN led process. I met UN Resident Coordinator in Yemen, Lisa Grande,
on 8 November in Abu Dhabi to discuss the situation in Yemen and the UN's humanitarian
work.</p><p>A nationwide ceasefire will only have an effect on the ground if it is
underpinned by a political deal between the conflict parties. There is a small but
real chance that a cessation of hostilities could alleviate the suffering of the Yemeni
people. This must be the first priority as we seek to put in place a longer term solution.</p>
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