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<p>We welcome the positive outcomes of peace talks in Stockholm, with both sides agreeing
a ceasefire in Hodeidah and committing to withdraw troops from the port and city.
A political settlement is the only way to bring long-term stability to Yemen and to
address the worsening humanitarian crisis.</p><p> </p><p>Red Sea ports remain operational
and continue to import most of the food and fuel on which Yemenis rely. The UK is
providing £1.3 million to the UN Verification and Inspection Mechanism to increase
physical inspections of commercial ships, and ensure that weapons are not entering
the country illegitimately.</p><p> </p><p>As we have consistently made clear, all
parties must ensure that Hodeidah and Saleef ports and onward supply routes are kept
open, and commercial and humanitarian flows are not disrupted.</p>
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