Yemeni army chief urges heightened combat readiness for decisive Taiz battle

Yemen’s Chief of the General Staff, Lt. Gen. Sagheer bin Aziz, said that the declaration of general mobilization and nationwide call to arms represents a national decision requiring an organized transition to the highest levels of preparedness, unification of efforts and resources, and enhancement of the armed forces’ capabilities to boost combat readiness for the decisive confrontation in Taiz province.

According to an official statement carried by the Saba news agency, bin Aziz stressed the need to complete the assessment of forces, resources, and requirements, and to organize mobilization and reinforcement efforts in accordance with legal frameworks, while maintaining command and administrative hierarchy, ensuring accuracy of information, and responding swiftly.

The army chief called on all commanders to raise discipline and readiness levels, focus on personnel welfare and basic needs, enhance training and qualification, and work as a unified team. He emphasized that the current stage demands a unified army, disciplined leadership, institutional decision-making, and integrated national efforts.

Bin Aziz noted that general mobilization is a national responsibility that extends beyond military units, involving all state institutions and society within their respective roles, to strengthen the state’s ability to face exceptional circumstances and ensure the continuity of essential services and citizens’ needs.

He also expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the Coalition to Support Legitimacy, particularly Saudi Arabia, for its ongoing support in various fields and its steadfast stance alongside the Yemeni people, national unity, and armed forces in confronting the Houthi terrorist project.