Yemeni official urges international support to counter Iran-backed Houthis
Yemen needs international political and military backing to confront the threat posed by Iran-aligned Houthi militias, a senior government adviser has said.
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AIAli Al-Sarari, political and media adviser to the Yemeni prime minister, said Yemen requires international support—both political and military—to confront the threat posed by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.
Speaking in an interview with Al-Hadath TV, Al-Sarari added that the Yemeni government is shaping its policies based on preparations for a new phase of confrontation against the Houthis and the risks they pose to the region and the world.
He continued that recent developments have heightened the government's focus on this issue, making its approach more determined and resolute. All administrative and political decisions are now geared toward addressing current events and preparing for the next stage.
The adviser also stated that the top priority for Yemen's armed forces is to fully liberate and reclaim all Yemeni territory. He warned that if the Houthi militia reaches Bab Al-Mandab, it would draw them into a regional and international conflict.
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