The UN extended UNMHA’s mandate until March 31, 2026, marking its final extension before closure.

The UN Security Council extended the mandate of the UN Mission in Hudaydah (UNMHA) for the final time until March 31, 2026, with 13 votes in favor and China and Russia abstaining. The UK-drafted resolution calls for a safe drawdown, with liquidation starting April 1 and functions transitioning to the Secretary-General’s Special Envoy. Established in 2019, UNMHA monitored the Stockholm Agreement, supported port stability, and led mine clearance. The UK praised its work despite Houthi restrictions and the ongoing detention of 69 UN staff, while Russia and China expressed concerns over a rushed exit and ongoing instability. The resolution marks the mission’s final extension before closure.