Yemen's fragile peace unravels as Houthis mobilise fighters
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Mobilisation of fighters and renewed attacks signal the collapse of Yemen's fragile 'no war, no peace' deadlock. The escalation threatens to draw in regional powers and derail UN-led peace efforts.
The Mobilisation
Houthi forces have mobilised thousands of fighters in northern Yemen, according to local sources. The group has also launched drone and missile attacks on Saudi border posts, the first such strikes in over a year. The moves come despite a UN-brokered truce that had largely held since 2022.
Regional Implications
Saudi Arabia, which leads a military coalition backing the internationally recognised government, condemned the attacks as a violation of the truce. Riyadh has warned it will respond if cross-border strikes continue. Iran, the Houthis' main backer, has called for restraint but offered no public pressure on the group.
Peace Process at Risk
UN special envoy Hans Grundberg had been shuttling between parties to extend the truce and launch political talks. The new violence has cast doubt on a planned round of negotiations in Geneva next month. Grundberg's office said it is 'deeply concerned' but gave no timeline for resuming dialogue.
What's Next
The UN Security Council is set to discuss the escalation on Thursday. It remains unclear whether the Houthis will accept a ceasefire or push for further gains.
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Yemen's fragile peace unravels as Houthis mobilise fighters
