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Yemeni maritime security and Houthi conflict

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2026-11-01 14:54 UTC → 2026-11-07 15:20 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Diplomatic discussions between Yemen and Turkey have focused on the escalating conflict involving Houthi militias, specifically their attacks on civilians, state institutions, and vital infrastructure in Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Officials have emphasized the necessity of protecting international navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandab strait. In support of state sovereignty, Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi launched the ‘Yemen Dawn Operation’ on October 5, 2026, to reclaim control and prevent arms flows to the Houthis. On October 23, 2026, Yemeni Foreign Minister Afrah al-Zouba met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Istanbul. Fidan reaffirmed Turkey’s support for Yemen’s national unity and territorial integrity, while both officials called for the restoration of security in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab. Further warnings from the Yemeni Ambassador to ~~Malaysia~~ Malaysia, Dr. Adel Mohammed Ali Bahamid, indicate that Houthi threats to maritime corridors connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe are causing supply chain disruptions and increasing transport and insurance costs. The Ambassador ~~also~~ accused the Iranian regime of using the militia to destabilize regional ~~security while noting~~ security, describing Iranian support as “blatant interference in Yemen’s internal affairs.” He also noted Houthi violations such as the siege of Taiz and child ~~recruitment.~~ recruitment, while emphasizing the need to distinguish the Zaydi school of thought from the Houthi political and military project.

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