Saudi-led coalition supports Yemeni government acceptance of UN call for ceasefire

The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen said on Wednesday that it supports the Yemeni government's decision to accept the United Nations Secretary-General's call for a ceasefire in Yemen to combat the spread of coronavirus, state news agency SPA reported, citing the coalition's spokesman.

Spokesman Colonel Turki al-Malki added the coalition supports the UN envoy's efforts for a ceasefire, de-escalation, and taking practical steps to build confidence between the two parties in the humanitarian and economic aspects, SPA said.