Yemen’s government offers amnesty to Houthi defectors
Summary
Yemen’s government has offered an amnesty to Houthi rebels who decide to leave their group. President Rashad al-Alimi also urged Yemeni citizens to join the armed forces as fighting continues near an important sea passage.Key Facts
- Yemen’s President Rashad al-Alimi offered amnesty to Houthi rebels who defect.
- The Houthis are supported by Iran.
- The Yemeni government is calling for more citizens to join the armed forces.
- Fighting has increased recently near the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a key shipping route.
- The amnesty aims to encourage Houthi fighters to leave the conflict.
- The government controls part of Yemen, while the Houthis control other areas.
- The conflict has caused a long and ongoing war in Yemen.
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