May Finally Calls on Saudis to End Yemen War, But Arms Sales Might Not Cease

‘In a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, UK Prime Minister Theresa May is said to have called for the country to end its involvement in the Yemeni civil war, and comply with international humanitarian law. Nonetheless, there is as yet no suggestion that UK arms sales to Riyadh will cease.
While Westminster remains in recess, ministers are still at work, jetting round the world on official trips, and hosting visits from allies — on September 4, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir flew to London for a “short” meeting with May in Downing Street.
The pair are said to have discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues, including the ongoing isolation of Qatar in the Gulf region, with the Prime Minister “reiterating her call” for all sides to take steps to de-escalate the situation and restore Gulf Cooperation Council unity — and Saudi Arabia’s “Vision 2030” reform program.’
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