Council member Sultan al-Arada discusses Houthi escalation with the British ambassador, stressing the need to end the Taiz blockade.

Ongoing Discussions on Yemen’s Crisis

Member of the Presidential Leadership Council and Governor of Marib, Lieutenant General Sultan Al-Arada, met with the United Kingdom’s Ambassador to Yemen, Abda Sharif, to discuss the latest developments in Yemen’s military, political, security, and economic situations. They also addressed the implications of the Houthi escalation on international navigation and regional and global security.

Houthi Escalation and Threats

Al-Arada emphasized that the Houthi militia, supported by the Iranian regime, continues its military escalation and persistent threats. He noted that these actions undermine opportunities for stability. Additionally, the militia engages in repressive practices against civilians and exploits humanitarian and economic conditions as leverage to further its agenda.

Humanitarian Crisis in Taiz

The governor pointed out the ongoing blockade imposed by the militia on the city of Taiz. He highlighted the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure with ballistic missiles and drones. Al-Arada called on the international community to fulfill its responsibilities and take urgent action to end the blockade, ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches the affected population.

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