Ambassador Shea, Chargé d ’Affaires ad interim , highlighted the ongoing threats posed by the Houthis, emphasizing their attacks on civilian infrastructure and international shipping. 

She condemned Iran's continued support for the Houthis, including the provision of weapons, financial aid, and training. 

Shea called on the Security Council to hold Iran accountable and urged all members to press Iran to stop arming and funding the Houthis. 

She also expressed condolences for the death of a World Food Programme staff member in Houthi detention and underscored the threat to international peace and security posed by the Houthis' actions.