A concurrent resolution strongly condemning human rights violations, violence against civilians, and cooperation with Iran by the Houthi movement and its allies in Yemen.

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SCONRES 21

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Jun 27, 2019

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4638)

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Africa Arab-Israeli relations Conflicts and wars Foreign aid and international relief Human rights International Affairs Iran Iraq Israel Marine and inland water transportation Middle East Political movements and philosophies Racial and ethnic relations Religion Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status Terrorism War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity Yemen

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This concurrent resolution (1) condemns the Houthi movement in Yemen for violence and humanitarian and other violations, (2) expresses concern about Iran's support for the Houthis, (3) urges parties in the Yemeni civil war to uphold a December 2018 ceasefire and withdrawal agreement, and (4) urges the U.S. government to support a peace process to end the civil war and humanitarian crisis.

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Jun 27, 2019

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4638)
Jun 27, 2019

Introduced in Senate

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