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The United Nations spokesman said that they are following with "deep concern" reports that the Houthis in Yemen seized a ship flying the Bahamas flag in the Red Sea and is believed to have been making a voyage between Turkey and India, while the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. According to what was stated in the daily news bulletin. To the United Nations, a copy of which we received on Tuesday morning
In his daily press conference, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric reiterated the importance of ensuring full respect for international law regarding maritime navigation and freedom of navigation.
He added, "We urge all concerned parties and countries in the region to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from taking any escalatory measures."
US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller previously said on Monday that his country demands the "immediate release" of the cargo ship and its crew that were kidnapped by the Houthis in the Red Sea.
Miller added, in a press conference: “The Houthis’ seizure of the Galaxy Leader ship in the Red Sea is a flagrant violation of international law,” and he continued that the United States “will consult with allies and partners regarding the next steps.”
The Houthis hijacked the cargo ship in the Red Sea on Sunday, with about 25 crew members on board.
Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said Monday that the ship is operated by Japanese shipping and logistics company NYK (Nippon Yusen Kaisha).
Japan is currently working with Israel and has asked Saudi Arabia, Oman and Iran to urge the Houthis to release the ship and its crew as soon as possible.
Matsuno said that his country "will take the necessary measures in cooperation with the countries concerned, taking into account the development of the situation."