Syria considering sending troops to Yemen to fight Houthis
Summary
Saudi Arabia and Syria are discussing sending Syrian troops to Yemen to fight against the Houthi rebels. The U.S. government, led by President Donald Trump, has been consulted and does not oppose the plan in principle, which aims to support Saudi-backed Yemeni forces.Key Facts
- Syria may send troops to Yemen to help Saudi-backed forces fight the Houthi rebels.
- Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is seriously considering the request but has not decided yet.
- The U.S. government has been consulted and does not oppose the move.
- Syrian troops could include Islamist Sunni foreign fighters who fought against the Assad regime.
- The Houthis follow Zaydi Shiite Islam, which adds a religious layer to the conflict.
- Yemeni government forces launched a ground offensive to retake areas controlled by Houthis, including the capital, Sanaa.
- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed this troop deployment with President al-Sharaa in Riyadh.
- The Syrian military might send 10,000 to 20,000 troops, potentially from the 90th and 84th divisions.
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