What Lies Behind Iran’s Test of New Rules of Engagement in Yemen?
Introduction The landing of an Iranian aircraft at Sana’a International Airport on July 3, 2026, and its subsequent departure carrying a delegation from the Hou...
U.S.–Iran Negotiations and Their Implications for Yemen
Executive Summary The Middle East is witnessing a new phase driven by the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. The talks encompass several interc...
Prisoners and Detainees in Yemen: The Humanitarian Dimension and Political Complexities
Executive Summary The issue of prisoners and detainees remains one of the most complex humanitarian question of Yemen’s conflict, which has continued since 2015. This paper therefor...
New Yemeni Government: Challenges and Opportunities
Introduction The formation of Yemen's new government led by Prime Minister Dr. Shaya Al-Zandani marks a pivotal moment in the country’s political, economic and security trajecto...
What Options Remain for the Separatists After the Dissolution of the Southern Transitional Council?
Executive Summary Since its establishment in May 2017, the Southern Transitional Council (STC) has functioned as far more than a conventional political actor. It...
From Military Defeat to the Loss of the Southern Cause:Why Did the Southern Transitional Council Resort to a “Political Declaration”?
Executive Summary Recent developments in eastern Yemen have created a new political and security landscape—one that extends beyond what the Southern Transitional Council (STC) had s...
Between Escalation and Containment:..The Future of Hadramout and Al-Mahra after Southern Transitional Council Control
Executive Summary Saudi Arabia continues its efforts to contain the escalating situation in the governorates of Hadramout and Al-Mahra following the takeover of Wadi...
Hadramout:.. Drivers and Implications of the Military Escalation between the Southern Transitional Council and Tribal Forces
Abstract Hadramout is currently witnessing heightened tensions that have placed the governorate at the forefront of Yemen’s political and media scene. Beyond the current escalation,...
Endless Arms Smuggling to the Houthis:Is Iran Seeking a New Nuclear Deal amid Yemen’s Chaos?
Abstract In recent weeks, new signs have pointed to growing instability linked to arms smuggling and Iran’s rising threats. Tehran continues to send ...
Houthis’ Shifts within the Retreating Axis of Resistance
introduction: Regional developments since October 2023 have marked a turning point for the so-called “Axis of Resistance,” placing it and its components under a severe test. T...
Implications of Israeli–Iranian Confrontations on Yemen
Introduction Last June, the Middle East witnessed a grave development: the outbreak of the first direct military confrontation between Israel and Iran. This escalation beg...
US-Houthi De-escalation: Dimensions and Implications
Executive Summary The recent understandings between the United States and Houthis to de-escalate tensions mark a significant shift in Washington’s approach toward a group,...
New American Approach against the Houthis: Challenges and Limits of Impact
Introduction On the third day of his presidency (January 22, 2025), U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating Houthis in Yemen as a terrorist organization. This mo...
The Repercussions of the Assad Regime's Fall on Iran's Proxies in Yemen
Introduction: Over the course of a month, the world has witnessed rapid shifts in Iran’s sphere of influence. The collapse ...
Trump's Strategy in Yemen amid Shifting Dynamics in the Middle East
Introduction:- On November 6, 2024, Donald Trump was declared the winner of the U.S. presidential election, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris by a significant margin....
Implications of the Assassination of Hezbollah’s Leader on Yemeni Landscape
Introduction The assassination of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, marks a significant event in the Middle East with potentially far-reaching consequences across va...
Appointment of New Iranian Ambassador to Houthis: Significance, Objectives and Consequences
Introduction Recently, Iran appointed a new ambassador to the Houthi group in Sana'a, ending a three-year vacancy following the death of the previous ambassador, Hassan Irlu. This m...
The Houthis' Survival Tactics: Plans to Establish Their New State
Introduction The armed Houthi group has announced a new government in Sana'a, which is not internationally recognized. This move follows their leader's announcement in September...
Israeli Attacks on Hodeida: Geopolitical Consequences Go Beyond Houthis
Introduction: On July 19th, the armed Houthi group successfully carried out a drone attack on Tel Aviv, killing one Israeli and injuring others. The attack took place just...
Proposed Roadmap for Peace in Yemen and the Reinforcement of Imbalanced Power Dynamics between Government and Houthis
Introduction On July 23rd, the Yemeni government and the armed Houthi group informed the UN envoy's office of reaching an agreement known as the "Economic De-escalation...