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...
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...
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,...
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...
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,...
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 ...
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...
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...
What’s Beyond Houthis’ Announcement of Military Partnership with Armed Iraqi Groups?
Introduction: In last June, the Houthis made an announcement claiming responsibility for two military operations against Israel in partnership with the &qu...
Scenarios of Peace and War in Yemen
Introduction: The peace process in Yemen has entered a state of deadlock, and the negotiations have been suspended since the outbreak of the war in Gaza. The prog...
Repercussions of Houthis’ Coinage on the Economy and Peace in Yemen
Introduction: In a notable escalation, Houthi group recently has announced the issuance of a new 100-riyal metal coin, justifying the action as a necessary measu...
New Yemeni Government: Challenges and Opportunities
Introduction: In an expected move, on February 5th, 2024, the President of Presidential leadership Council issued a decree appointing Ahmed A. Bin Mubarak as th...
Implications of US Relisting of the Houthis as A Terrorist Group
On January 17, 2024, the US announced relisting the Houthis as a specially designated global terrorist group. The decision was justified by Houthi invo...
Escalation in the Red Sea and its Implications for Peace in Yemen
In November 2023, the Houthi group started to launch maritime military operations, targeting what it describes as "Israeli ships" and "ships linked with Israel&quo...
Implications of the Saudi-UAE Differences for Yemen's Peace Process
Overview Saudi-UAE relations have always been complex, and are marked by fluctuations and disagreements. Fluctuating between cooperation and conflict, relat...
The Gaza War: Projected Repercussions and Impact on Yemen
عربي PDF Introduction While it is difficult to predict the exact impact of the onslaught on Gaza on the Yemeni scene, it is certain that the war on ...