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The News
According to Deutsche Welle, the Yemeni leader backed by Saudi Arabia called on his countrymen to join government forces amid military escalation with the Iran-backed Houthis.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this decision reflects the deepening of the escalating Yemeni conflict. Yemeni government forces, militarily supported by the Saudi-led Arab coalition, face significant challenges from the increasing attacks by the Houthis. In a broader context, this escalation also reflects the wider regional tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
