Written question asked by Lord Judd (Labour) on Monday, 25 January 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 February 2021. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 8 February 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

USA: Houthis

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they intend to have with the government of the United States about the impact on the food and health situation for the people of Yemen of the decision to designate Ansar Allah as a foreign terrorist organisation and a specially designated terrorist entity; and what steps they are taking in response to any such impact.

Answer: We share the concerns raised by the UN and NGOs about the impact of designation on what is already the world's worst humanitarian crisis. We have already engaged with the US to urge them to ensure that the vital humanitarian response, including food supplies, is not disrupted and will raise this urgently with the new administration. Our priority is to support the UN's peace process and ensure lifesaving humanitarian aid can reach the millions of Yemenis in need.

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