Abdo Mgali, spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces, said that the legitimate Armed force is capable to counter Houthi rebels threats and secure vital waterways, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a key global trade route.
He highlighted the urgency of regional and international efforts to address ongoing Houthi attacks on commercial and oil vessels in the Red Sea and Arabian Sea, which threaten international trade stability.
Mgali noted that Houthi assaults on maritime navigation exacerbate Yemen’s humanitarian crisis, and undermining peace efforts. He called for decisive global action to curb the militia’s threats and maintain the safety of strategic trade routes.
On the ground, the Yemeni Armed Forces recently repelled Houthi infiltration attempts in several fronts in Marib and Taiz.and neutralized Houthi artillery attacks while monitoring militia movements, maintaining strong defensive positions.