Yemen Defense Ministry Warns of Houthi Collusion with ISIS and Qaeda
Yemen’s Defense Ministry has issued a stern warning about the peril of the ongoing aggressive actions by the Iran-backed Houthi militias against the army. The ministry called upon the international community to exhibit greater firmness in addressing the unyielding Houthi obstinacy towards peace.
Yemeni Defense Minister Lt. Gen. Mohsen Mohammed al-Daeri raised the alarm about the dangerous collusion between the terrorist Houthi militias and the Al-Qaeda and ISIS organizations with the aim to destabilized liberated regions.
He emphasized that the threat of these militias extends not only within Yemen but also to the wider region and the world.
He made his remarks during a meeting in the interim capital of Aden on Tuesday with the political division team of the UN Special Envoy for Yemen.
According to Saba news agency, Al-Daeri highlighted that the Houthi militias have disregarded all commitments or pacts aimed at establishing peace in Yemen.
He strongly underscored the imperative for the international community and the UN to assume a more resolute role in countering the arrogance and intransigence of the Houthis, who constantly reject peace efforts.
In turn, Yemeni Army Spokesman Brig. Gen. Abdo Majali affirmed the readiness of the military to battle the Houthis
He pointed out that all Houthi violations and attacks on the fronts have proven unsuccessful.
In statements to Asharq Al-Awsat, Majali stated that the army has become more prepared, capable, and well-trained.
“The militias are weak in the face of our well-prepared forces and are being shunned in areas under their control,” he noted.
“Soon, the people will rise against them, and a decisive military solution is the secure path to spare the Yemeni people from these acts of sabotage and terrorism,” added Majali.
Yemeni soldiers, according to Mijalli, have undergone numerous qualifying and specialized courses that have boosted morale and readiness to confront the militias.
Source: aawsat
