The Saudi-led coalition and the Yemeni government have announced renewed efforts to counter Houthi control and secure maritime navigation.
Key facts
- •The Saudi-led coalition stated it will continue to support the Yemeni government until state institutions are restored.
- •Spokesman Turki al-Maliki accused the Houthis of recruiting children and looting resources.
- •The coalition identified threats to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- •Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi announced new military operations to reclaim territory.
- •The Yemeni army has officially launched a campaign referred to as the 'battle of liberation'.
The Saudi-led coalition pledged on Sunday to continue supporting the Yemeni government and its armed forces in their efforts to restore state institutions. This commitment follows announcements by the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council and the national army regarding new military operations aimed at reclaiming territory held by the Houthi group.
Coalition accusations against Houthi forces
Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki accused the Houthis of causing long-term suffering through internal blockades, forced displacement, and the looting of resources for their war effort. He further alleged that the group has engaged in child recruitment and caused damage to Yemen's social fabric.
Security threats and regional impact
Al-Maliki cited numerous Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabian cities, including Riyadh, Abha, Jazan, and attempts to strike Mecca and Medina. He also highlighted threats to international maritime security, noting attempts to target vessels in the southern Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which he described as risks to global trade and navigation.
Military operations for territorial control
Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi announced the start of comprehensive military operations to regain control of territory held by the Houthis. Concurrently, the Yemeni army declared the launch of a 'battle of liberation' intended to end the Houthi takeover and restore state authority.
Timeline
- SundayThe Saudi-led coalition pledged continued support for the Yemeni government.
- SundayYemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi announced comprehensive military operations.
- SundayThe Yemeni army announced the launch of the 'battle of liberation'.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Anadolu Agency Middle East.
