Russia calls for 'humanitarian pause' in Yemen conflict

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Russia urged the U.N. Security Council on Saturday to call for a "humanitarian pause" in the conflict in Yemen to help diplomats and civilians caught in the fighting between Shiite rebels and supporters of the country's beleaguered president.

Russia called an emergency meeting of the council, and circulated a draft resolution demanding "regular and obligatory" breaks in airstrikes by a Saudi-led military coalition against Houthi Shiite rebels to allow the evacuation of foreign personnel. It makes no mention of a halt to fighting by the Houthis.

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The draft, obtained by The Associated Press, also demands "rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian access to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches people in need." Read more...

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