Financial struggles burden Yemen’s army as soldiers wait for wages
Summary
Yemen’s army is facing financial problems, causing delays in soldiers’ salary payments. These delays affect soldiers’ well-being, discipline, and the overall military effectiveness during the ongoing conflict with Houthi rebels.Key Facts
- Yemeni soldiers earn between $38 and $116 per month.
- The regular army has about 180,000 to 220,000 personnel, with 30 to 40 percent on the front lines.
- The army’s monthly budget is about $23.2 million, with nearly half given to the Fourth Military Region in Aden.
- Many soldiers have not been paid since December, although the government promised payments by Eid al-Adha in late May.
- Some military groups outside the regular army receive higher and more consistent pay, up to $320 per month.
- Delayed payments may push soldiers to join better-paid irregular forces, causing shortages in the regular army.
- The financial strain is linked to the ongoing war and damage to government revenues.
- Late salary payments slow down local economies where soldiers spend their wages.
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