A/HRC/41/9 55. Chile noted the collaboration of Yemen with United Nations mechanisms, and the availability of the Government for dialogue to attain peace in the country. 56. China called for a political solution to the conflict and supported the mediation efforts of the Special Envoy for Yemen. It also called on the international community to provide humanitarian assistance. 57. Costa Rica was concerned about the escalation of violence and the serious humanitarian situation. It urged all parties to the conflict to become fully involved in the peace negotiations. 58. Croatia welcomed the efforts to implement the Stockholm Agreement but remained concerned by the deepening humanitarian crisis. It noted reports of widespread violations of fundamental rights. 59. Cuba noted the ongoing human rights projects, while recognizing the many challenges facing Yemen. 60. Cyprus observed that the situation in Yemen was the gravest humanitarian catastrophe in the world. It urged all parties to implement the ceasefire agreement. 61. Czechia stated that it was aware of the challenges faced in consolidating stability and security because of the conflict. It noted that the recommendations it had made in the previous review had not been fully implemented. 62. Denmark condemned the human rights violations committed by all parties to the conflict. The conflict had had a devastating impact on children and child marriage was on the rise. 63. Djibouti stated that the prolonged conflict had led to a worsening of the humanitarian situation, the escalation of violence, the mass displacement of people and violations of fundamental human rights. 64. Egypt appreciated the legitimate Government’s efforts to improve the human rights situation. It welcomed the National Commission of Inquiry to address human rights violations. 65. Eritrea noted the progress made in implementing recommendations from the previous review, despite the challenges faced by Yemen. It also noted the efforts to promote the rights of women. 66. Estonia expressed concern about the ongoing conflict and the deepening humanitarian crisis. It urged the Government and the coalition to comply with international humanitarian and human rights law. 67. Ireland was gravely disturbed by breaches of international humanitarian law and obstacles to humanitarian access, and was troubled by reports of harassment and detention of members of the Baha’i International Community. 68. Georgia recognized steps aimed at the establishment of an independent national human rights institution and encouraged the Government to vigorously pursue that goal. 69. Germany recognized the Government’s constructive engagement in the negotiation process to find a political solution to the crisis, and remained very concerned about the humanitarian crisis and attacks on civilians. 70. Honduras expressed appreciation for the Government’s voluntary pledges and commitments. 71. Hungary stated that the Government’s efforts to improve the human rights situation should focus on the full implementation of its international obligations and commitments. 72. Iceland welcomed the consultations between the Government and the Houthis convened in December 2018 and hoped the Stockholm Agreement would pave the way for a political solution to the crisis. 6

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