United Nations Security Council draft resolution S/2018/156 
Date: 2018-02-26 (meeting 8190)
Agenda: The situation in the Middle East
Vetoed by: RUSSIA/USSR

United Nations
Security Council
Distr.: General
26 February 2018
Original: English
S/2018/156
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland:
draft resolution
The Security Council,
Recalling its resolutions 2014 (2011), 2051 (2012), 2140 (2014), 2201 (2015),
2204 (2015), 2216 (2015), 2266 (2016), and 2342 (2017) and the statements of its
President dated 15 February 2013 (S/PRST/2013/3), 29 August 2014
(S/PRST/2014/18), 22 March 2015 (S/PRST/2015/8) and 25 April 2016
(S/PRST/2016/5), and 15 June 2017 (S/PRST/2017/7) concerning Yemen,
Reaffirming its strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence and
territorial integrity of Yemen,
Expressing concern at the ongoing political, security, economic and
humanitarian challenges in Yemen, including the ongoing violence, and threats
arising from the illicit transfer, destabilizing accumulation and misuse of weapons,
Reiterating its call for all parties in Yemen to adhere to resolving their
differences through dialogue and consultation, reject acts of violence to achieve
political goals, and refrain from provocation,
Reaffirming the need for all parties to comply with their obligations under
international law, including international humanitarian law and international human
rights law, as applicable,
Expressing their continued support for the UN-led political process and urging
the parties to resume consultations immediately without preconditions and in good
faith with the United Nations Special Envoy,
Expressing its grave concern that areas of Yemen are under the control of
Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) and about the negative impact of their
presence, violent extremist ideology, and actions, on stability in Yemen and the
region, including the devastating humanitarian impact on civilian populations; further
expressing concern at the increasing presence and future potential growth of the
Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL, also known as Da'esh) affiliates in Yemen and
reaffirming its resolve to address all aspects of the threat posed by AQAP, ISIL
(Da'esh), and all other associated individuals, groups, undertakings and entities,
Recalling the listing of Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) and
associated individuals on the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions List and stressing
in this regard the need for robust implementation of the measures in paragraph 1 of
resolution 2368 (2017) as a significant tool in combating terrorist activity in Yemen,
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Taking note with particular concern that, as reported by the Panel of Experts,
weapons of Iranian origin were introduced into Yemen after the imposition of the
targeted arms embargo, and that the Islamic Republic of Iran is in non-compliance
with paragraph 14 of resolution 2216 (2015) by failing to take the necessary measures
to prevent the direct or indirect supply, sale, or transfer of three types of prohibited
items to designated persons or entities, including "extended-range" short-range
ballistic missiles (ER-SRBM), ER-SRBM related military equipment, and unmanned
aerial vehicle (UAV) technology that can be considered military equipment,

Condemning in the strongest terms the ballistic missile attacks by the Houthis
against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with particular concern for the 22 July 2017
attack on an oil refinery in Yanbu province, and the 4 November 2017 and
19 December 2017 attacks on Riyadh which struck near civilian areas, as well as
Houthi claims of missile attacks launched against the United Arab Emirates, and
expressing grave alarm at the stated intention of the Houthis to continue these attacks
against Saudi Arabia, as well as to launch additional attacks against other states in the
region, and demanding that they cease immediately,

Noting the critical importance of effective implementation of the sanctions
regime imposed pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) and resolution 2216 (2015),
including the key role that Member States from the region can play in this regard, and
encouraging efforts to further enhance cooperation,

Recalling the provisions of paragraph 14 of resolution 2216 (2015) imposing a
targeted arms embargo,

Deeply concerned by the continued deterioration of the humanitarian situation,
and all hindrances to access for the effective delivery of humanitarian and commercial
supplies, including food, fuel and medical supplies, to the populations of all affected
governorates,

Emphasizing the importance of ensuring continued full, safe and unfettered
access for humanitarian actors and humanitarian and commercial cargo through all of
Yemen's ports, airports and border crossings, including Hodeida and Saleef port, as a
critical lifelines, and recognising that humanitarian and commercial commodities
entering the country prior to November 2017 were not sufficient to the meet the needs
of the Yemeni people, and therefore need to be increased beyond the pre-November
level,

Condemning the use of sea mines as well as missiles and water-borne
improvised explosive devices (WBIEDs) in a manner that represents a threat to
commercial shipping and sea lines of communication in the Red Sea,

Emphasizing the necessity of discussion by the Committee established pursuant
to paragraph 19 of resolution 2140 (2014) ("the Committee"), of the
recommendations contained in the Panel of Experts reports,

Determining that the situation in Yemen continues to constitute a threat to
international peace and security,

Acting under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations,

1. Reaffirms the need for the full and timely implementation of the political
transition following the comprehensive National Dialogue Conference, in line with
the Gulf Cooperation Council Initiative and Implementation Mechanism, and in
accordance with resolutions 2014 (2011), 2051 (2012), 2140 (2014), 2201 (2015),
2204 (2015) 2216 (2015), and 2266 (2016) and with regard to the expectations of the
Yemeni people;

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2. Calls on all parties to comply with international humanitarian law and
human rights law, as applicable, and to cease all attacks directed at civilians and
civilians objects, and take all feasible precautions to avoid, and in any event minimize
harm to civilians and civilian objects, to respect and protect medical facilities and
personnel, and to end the recruitment and use of children in violation of international
law, in order to prevent further suffering of civilians;
3. Decides to renew until 26 February 2019 the measures imposed by
paragraphs 11 and 15 of resolution 2140 (2014), reaffirms the provisions of
paragraphs 12, 13, 14 and 16 of resolution 2140 (2015), and further reaffirms the
provisions of paragraphs 14 to 17 of resolution 2216 (2015);
4. Underlines its support for the UN Verification and Inspection Mechanism
(UNVIM), which facilitates commercial shipping to Yemen and calls for additional
capacities and resources;
Designation Criteria
5. Reaffirms that the provisions of paragraphs 11 and 15 of resolution 2140
(2014) and paragraph 14 of resolution 2216 (2015) shall apply to individuals or
entities designated by the Committee, or listed in the annex to resolution 2216 (2015)
as engaging in or providing support for acts that threaten the peace, security or
stability of Yemen;
6. Reaffirms that the designation criteria set out in paragraph 17 of resolution
2140 (2014) and paragraph 19 of resolution 2216 (2015) may include any activity
related to the use of ballistic missiles in Yemen, including launches using ballistic
missile technology or the direct or indirect provision or transfer to designated persons
or entities of:
(a) Goods and technology as set out in S/2015/546;
(b) Sea mines and water-borne improvised explosive devices (WBIEDs);
(c) Land-based anti-tank guided missiles;
(d) Technical expertise relating to the construction, development, upgrading
or employment of ballistic missiles; or
(e) Components used for the manufacture of military equipment to designated
persons or entities;
7. Reaffirms paragraph 18 of resolution 2140 (2014), and underscores that
acts that threaten the peace, security, or stability of Yemen may also include:
(a) Acting on behalf of, or at the direction of, a designated individual or entity,
or acting on behalf of, or at the direction of, an entity owned or controlled by a
designated individual or entity;
(b) Providing financial, material, or technological support for, or goods or
services to, a designated individual or entity;
Reporting
8. Decides to extend until 28 March 2019 the mandate of the Panel of Experts
as set out in paragraph 21 of resolution 2140 (2014), and paragraph 21 of resolution
2216 (2015), expresses its intention to review the mandate and take appropriate action
regarding the further extension no later than 28 February 2019, and requests the
Secretary-General to take the necessary administrative measures as expeditiously as
possible to re-establish the Panel of Experts, in consultation with the Committee until
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28 March 2019 drawing, as appropriate, on the expertise of the members of the Panel
established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014);
9. Requests the Panel of Experts to provide a midterm update to the
Committee no later than 28 July 2018, and a final report no later than 28 January 2019
to the Security Council, after discussion with the Committee;
10. Directs the Panel to cooperate with other relevant expert groups
established by the Security Council to support the work of its Sanctions Committees,
in particular the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team established by
resolution 1526 (2004) and extended by resolution 2253 (2015);
11. Urges all parties and all Member States, as well as international, regional
and subregional organizations to ensure cooperation with the Panel of Experts and
further urges all Member States involved to ensure the safety of the members of the
Panel of Experts and unhindered access, in particular to persons, documents and sites,
in order for the Panel of Experts to execute its mandate;
12. Emphasizes the importance of holding consultations with concerned
Member States, as may be necessary, in order to ensure full implementation of the
measures set forth in this resolution;
13. Calls upon all Member States which have not already done so to report to
the Committee as soon as possible on the steps they have taken with a view to
implementing effectively the measures imposed by paragraphs 11 and 15 of resolution
2140 (2014) and paragraph 14 of resolution 2216 (2015) and recalls in this regard that
Member States undertaking cargo inspections pursuant to paragraph 15 of resolution
2216 (2015) are required to submit written reports to the Committee as set out in
paragraph 17 of resolution 2216 (2015);
14. Recalls the Informal Working Group on General issues of Sanctions report
(S/2006/997) on best practices and methods, including paragraphs 21, 22 and 23 that
discuss possible steps for clarifying methodological standards for monitoring
mechanisms;
15. Reaffirms its intention to keep the situation in Yemen under continuous
review and its readiness to review the appropriateness of the measures contained in
this resolution, including the strengthening, modification, suspension or lifting of the
measures, as may be needed at any time in light of developments;
16. Decides to remain actively seized of the matter.
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Voting result: 11 yes, 2 no, 2 abstentions
Votes by member:
country: Côte d’Ivoire
vote: Y
country: Equatorial Guinea
vote: Y
country: Ethiopia
vote: Y
country: France
vote: Y
country: Kuwait
vote: Y
country: Netherlands
vote: Y
country: Peru
vote: Y
country: Poland
vote: Y
country: Sweden
vote: Y
country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
vote: Y
country: United States of America
vote: Y
country: Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
vote: N
country: Russian Federation
vote: N
country: China
vote: A
country: Kazakhstan
vote: A