Yemen’s anti-Houthi forces launch inquest into sudden military collapse
Summary
Yemen’s anti-Houthi forces suffered a sudden and large defeat along the west coast, losing control of many areas including key locations. There are ongoing investigations into why the attack failed, including accusations that some fighters may have been bribed to abandon their positions.Key Facts
- Over 15 brigades of Yemen’s anti-Houthi forces were defeated, and the west coast fell under Houthi control.
- Some claim billions of dollars were paid to defenders to cause them to retreat, but the source of the money is unclear.
- Around 30,000 fighters reportedly retreated during the collapse.
- The Houthis captured the National Resistance Forces headquarters on Jabal al-Nar, a strategic high ground.
- The National Resistance Forces said their retreat was tactical, after losing 500 soldiers and to avoid being surrounded.
- There are suggestions of poor communication, divisions among fighters, and strong Houthi intelligence contributing to the defeat.
- The Houthis have grown stronger over the years, with advanced weapons, drones, and some weapons made within Yemen.
- Both Yemen’s government and Saudi Arabia are reviewing the defeat to try to stop further Houthi advances.
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