NEW YORK / RankWire.AI / – The United Nations Security Council extended monthly reporting on Houthi attacks in the Red Sea for six months on July 14. Resolution 2826 keeps the mandate in force through January 15, 2027. The measure directs the UN secretary-general to continue written updates on attacks against merchant and commercial vessels. Council members retained the mechanism as maritime security and freedom of navigation remained central to the meeting.
The 15-member council adopted the resolution with 13 votes in favor and no votes against. China and Russia abstained. Greece and the United States submitted draft document S/2026/568 for consideration. The vote took place during the council’s 10,194th meeting under its international peace and security agenda. Resolution 2812 had previously continued the same reporting requirement through July 15, 2026.
Resolution 2722 established the monthly reporting process in January 2024. It demanded that the Houthis immediately stop attacks that obstruct global commerce and undermine navigation rights. It also required reports on any further attacks against merchant and commercial ships in the Red Sea. The council introduced the mechanism after a series of incidents that began with the seizure of the Galaxy Leader vehicle carrier in November 2023.
Resolution maintains limited reporting scope
The latest measure extends the reporting request contained in Resolution 2722 without creating new enforcement powers. It does not authorize military action against Yemen. China stressed that point after the vote and called for respect for Yemen’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Chinese representative also said all parties must respect the navigation rights of commercial vessels under international law. The resolution leaves other Security Council measures concerning Yemen unchanged.
Greece said continued reporting supports monitoring of attacks along a major route for shipping, international trade and coastal economies. Denmark linked secure passage to global supply chains and the delivery of humanitarian aid into Yemen. Latvia noted that Houthi attacks against commercial vessels had ceased in recent months. It also cited renewed threats against international shipping when explaining its support for extending the mandate.
Abstaining members outline concerns
Russia said no incidents involving commercial vessels in the Red Sea had occurred since December 29, 2025. Its representative argued that the reporting mechanism added little value under current conditions. Russia called for greater council attention to Yemen’s political process and the work of the UN special envoy. China said wider regional tensions affected Red Sea security and urged all parties to avoid threats or military actions that increased risks.
The UN secretary-general will continue submitting monthly reports through January 15, 2027. Those reports will document any further Houthi attacks against merchant and commercial vessels in the Red Sea. The mandate gives Security Council members a regular record for discussions on maritime security and freedom of navigation. Resolution 2826 preserves the reporting framework that the council has maintained since 2024 without expanding its stated purpose or authority.