The Chairman of the Leadership Council emphasizes the importance of countering the Iranian regime to eliminate threats from its militias in the region.

President Alimi Meets U.S. Ambassador Stephen Fagin

On Sunday, President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Alimi, head of the Presidential Leadership Council, welcomed U.S. Ambassador Stephen Fagin to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation between Yemen and the United States.

Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation

During their meeting, President Alimi and Ambassador Fagin explored various aspects of their partnership. They focused on addressing shared security threats, securing international shipping lanes, and supporting Yemen’s government in achieving economic and institutional stability. A key topic was the need to end the Houthi militia’s insurgency, which receives backing from the Iranian regime.

Acknowledging U.S. Support

President Alimi praised the significant progress in Yemen-U.S. relations. He expressed gratitude for the ongoing American support for the Yemeni people and their political leadership. Notably, he highlighted the U.S. designation of the Houthi militia as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and the subsequent actions against its financing and smuggling networks.

Government Reforms and Regional Challenges

The President also addressed the government’s efforts in financial and administrative reforms. He emphasized the importance of mitigating the impact of regional changes on living conditions in Yemen. Alimi called for continued American and international support across all levels. He acknowledged Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role and its commendable stance alongside the Yemeni people and their leadership during various challenges.

Warning Against Iranian Resurgence

President Alimi cautioned that the current calm following the Iranian regime’s defeat could allow its militias to regroup. He warned that these groups might exploit the situation to negotiate better terms.

Addressing Iranian Narratives

Additionally, the President stressed the need to dismantle narratives propagated by groups linked to Iranian ideology. He noted that these groups often attempt to spin defeats into victories and use periods of calm to reposition themselves, rather than changing their destabilizing behaviors that threaten regional security and the interests of its people.

Conclusion

The meeting concluded with the presence of Dr. Yahya Al-Shaibi, Director of the Presidential Office, underscoring the importance of ongoing dialogue and cooperation between Yemen and the United States.

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