Series (Ep 02)
Conflicts with KSA
The conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia is part of the larger Yemeni Civil War that began in 2014. When the Houthi rebels took control of the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, in 2014 and subsequently advanced towards southern Yemen, the Saudi-led coalition intervened in 2015 with the goal of restoring the internationally recognized government of President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi. Saudi Arabia views the Houthi movement as an Iranian-backed proxy, and they accuse Iran of providing military support to the Houthis. The Saudi-led coalition, which includes several Arab countries, launched a military campaign to counter what they perceive as Iranian influence in the region and to prevent the Houthi rebels from consolidating power in Yemen.
The conflict has resulted in a devastating humanitarian crisis, with airstrikes, ground fighting, and a naval blockade contributing to widespread suffering and displacement. Civilians have borne the brunt of the conflict, and the situation has led to a severe shortage of food, medical supplies, and other essential resources. The conflict has also had regional implications, exacerbating tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, two major regional powers with longstanding geopolitical rivalries. Efforts to find a diplomatic solution to the Yemeni crisis have been challenging, and the situation remains complex and volatile. Despite various attempts at peace talks and ceasefires, the conflict persists, causing immense human suffering and posing significant challenges to regional stability.
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