Summary
The Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, has made recent military and political efforts to unify anti-Houthi forces under one command in hopes of reclaiming areas held by the Houthi group. The formation of the Supreme Military Committee aims to consolidate military efforts against the Houthis. This has led to concerns among Houthi supporters about potential renewed conflict in the region.
Key Facts
- The Yemeni government has been in conflict with the Houthi rebel group for over a decade.
- President Rashad al-Alimi leads the UN-recognized Yemeni authority known as the Presidential Leadership Council.
- The Southern Transitional Council (STC), previously opposed to the government, has seen division after failed attempts to expand its control.
- Saudi Arabia has supported pro-government forces in pushing back the STC in southern Yemen.
- The Supreme Military Committee (SMC) was formed to unite anti-Houthi forces under one command.
- The SMC's creation has raised hopes among government supporters and concerns among Houthi supporters.
- Houthi supporters fear the SMC could lead to renewed warfare in Yemen.
