A/HRC/41/9 73. India took positive note of the socioeconomic development measures taken by Yemen with a view to alleviating poverty, improving basic education and ensuring access to health care. 74. Indonesia appreciated the commitment to continue to promote cooperation between State bodies and civil society to guarantee respect for and protection of human rights. 75. The Islamic Republic of Iran condemned the systematic and flagrant violations of human rights and humanitarian law, which amounted to war crimes and crimes against humanity. 76. Iraq stated that all segments of society had been greatly affected by the situation in Yemen, and in particular with regard to food security, health care, water supply and education. 77. France said that Yemen was in a situation of total war, with a very grave humanitarian situation and human rights violations. First and foremost, France would like to see the resumption of peace. 78. Italy took note of progress made since the second review cycle. 79. Jordan noted the Government’s efforts to establish sustainable peace pursuant to Security Council resolution 2216 (2015) and the Initiative of the Gulf Cooperation Council. It reiterated its commitment to the legitimate Government. 80. Kuwait commended the Government’s efforts to uphold human rights despite the challenges it faced, including an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. Kuwait encouraged Yemen to implement the results of the National Dialogue Conference. 81. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic particularly welcomed the social protection strategy and girls’ education support programmes. 82. Latvia noted the human rights measures that had been taken and encouraged further efforts to fulfil relevant obligations and commitments. 83. Lebanon expressed appreciation for the Government’s efforts to strengthen institutions dealing with human rights and the National Plan for Health Care 2010–2025. 84. Libya commended the Government’s acceptance of the Human Rights Council resolutions of 2016 and 2017 establishing investigations in the country and its cooperation in that regard. 85. Luxembourg remained extremely concerned about the prevailing security and humanitarian situation in Yemen and its catastrophic consequences for the majority of the population. 86. Malaysia recognized measures taken by the Government to promote and protect human rights despite the challenges it faced in consolidating peace and overcoming the dire humanitarian situation afflicting, in particular, women and children. 87. Maldives expressed concern over the grave humanitarian situation due to the prolonged conflict in Yemen, while appreciating the efforts of the Government to rebuild the nation. 88. Malta welcomed measures to promote the rights of vulnerable groups, including women, children and persons with disabilities, and to improve physical and mental health care. 89. Mauritania commended the measures adopted by Yemen to improve the human rights situation and to overcome the challenges it faced. Mauritania recognized its commitment to international human rights instruments. 90. Mexico was perturbed by the worsening human rights situation in Yemen, reflected in indiscriminate attacks against civilians perpetrated by all parties and the disruption of food and medical supplies. 7