Houthi Leader Warns Turkey and Pakistan Not to Intervene in Conflict

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kuwait City, September 22 (Reporter Yin Zha) - Sana'a reports: Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, the leader of the Yemeni Houthi armed group, warned Turkey and Pakistan on the evening of the 21st not to intervene in the escalating conflict between the Houthi armed group and Saudi Arabia.

In a televised speech broadcast on the Houthi-controlled Masirah TV, Abdul-Malik stated that as the conflict with the Yemeni Houthi armed group escalates, Saudi Arabia is seeking military support from Turkey and Pakistan. He urged both countries not to "get involved" in this conflict for the sake of political or economic interests with Saudi Arabia.

When discussing the possibility of easing the situation, Abdul-Malik said that the Houthi armed group has not put forward "impossible conditions" and reiterated the demand for Saudi Arabia to stop military operations and the "blockade" against the organization.

In addition, he continued to mobilize his supporters in his speech, stating that in the context of the escalating conflict, the organization will continue to strengthen its military capabilities.

Recently, the conflict between the Yemeni Houthi armed group and the Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces has continued to escalate, with both sides launching missile and drone attacks against each other.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Warning against military intervention
Location
Sana'a · Yemen
Unit
Houthi Movement
Time
September 21
Equipment
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Summary

Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi warned Turkey and Pakistan on September 21 against intervening in the escalating conflict with Saudi Arabia. He stated that Saudi Arabia is seeking military support from these countries and urged them not to get involved for political or economic interests. The Houthis continue to demand an end to Saudi military actions and the blockade, while the conflict has seen increased missile and drone attacks from both sides.

Key Facts
  • Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi warned Turkey and Pakistan against intervening in the conflict with Saudi Arabia.
  • He stated that Saudi Arabia is seeking military support from Turkey and Pakistan.
  • The Houthis demand Saudi Arabia to stop military actions and the blockade against them.
  • The conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia has escalated recently, with missile and drone attacks from both sides.