Yemen in the Arab Press: Key Highlights on Sunday, January 12, 2025

Yemen in the Arab Press: Key Highlights on Sunday, January 12, 2025

  Yemen — On Sunday, January 12, 2025, several Arab media outlets reported significant developments related to Yemen, with a focus on the escalating activities of the Iran-backed Houthi movement. "Houthi Rebels Require University Students to Carry Arms" Asharq Al-Awsat r...

Yemen in Arab Press: Highlights of January 7, 2025

Yemen in Arab Press: Highlights of January 7, 2025

On January 7, 2025, Barran Press highlights significant coverage from Arab and Gulf media regarding developments in Yemen. Notably, Al-Quds Al-Arabi reported on UN envoy Hans Grundberg's visit to Sana'a, questioning the timing of his trip and its implications. The report suggests that Grun...

Honoring Facility Police Officers in Marib on Arab Police Day

Honoring Facility Police Officers in Marib on Arab Police Day

Marib, Yemen - On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, several government offices and institutions in Marib Governorate (northeast Yemen) celebrated Arab Police Day by honoring officers and personnel of the Facility Police and Public Figures Protection Division. General Managers of the Health and Tax ...

Arab Parliament Affirms Yemen's Right to Decide Its Path to End the Coup

Arab Parliament Affirms Yemen's Right to Decide Its Path to End the Coup

On December 15, 2024, the Arab Parliament expressed its full support for the Presidential Leadership Council in Yemen, led by Rashad al-Alimi, in its efforts to preserve Yemen's unity and stability. This statement was made during the second session of the first legislative term of the Arab Par...

Three Arab Families Among the World's Wealthiest

Three Arab Families Among the World's Wealthiest

According to Bloomberg's annual ranking of the world's richest families, three Arab families have secured spots in the top ten for this year. The Walton family, owners of the Walmart retail chain in the United States, topped the list with a net worth of $432.4 billion. Following them in...

Arab Coalition Reaffirms Commitment to Military Support for Yemen

Arab Coalition Reaffirms Commitment to Military Support for Yemen

On November 19, 2024, the Arab Coalition supporting the legitimate government in Yemen reiterated its commitment to continue providing military and humanitarian assistance to the recognized Yemeni government and the Presidential Leadership Council. This commitment was expressed by Major General...

Arab Parliament Reaffirms Full Support for Palestinian Cause

Arab Parliament Reaffirms Full Support for Palestinian Cause

On November 15, 2024, Arab Parliament President Mohammed Al-Yamahi called on the international community, the United Nations and the Security Council to provide comprehensive political, diplomatic, and international protection for the Palestinian people amid the ongoing Israeli aggression. In a...

Pentagon Confirms Foiled Houthi Attack on U.S. Destroyers

Pentagon Confirms Foiled Houthi Attack on U.S. Destroyers

On November 12, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense announced the successful thwarting of a Houthi attack involving multiple drones and missiles targeting two American destroyers as they transited the Bab al-Mandab Strait. Pentagon spokesperson Pat Ryder told reporters that the vessels were ta...

Rashad Alimi: Strengthening Arab Position is Key to Two-State Solution

Rashad Alimi: Strengthening Arab Position is Key to Two-State Solution

On November 11, 2024, Rashad Alimi, President of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, emphasized that strengthening the Palestinian national position and enhancing the prospects for a two-state solution begins with solidifying the Arab stance and deterring armed militias in the region. ...

Yemeni Army Drops to 10th Place in Arab Rankings Amid Internal Challenges

Yemeni Army Drops to 10th Place in Arab Rankings Amid Internal Challenges

A recent study reveals that the Yemeni army has fallen to the tenth position in Arab military rankings, a significant decline from its previous fourth place a decade ago. The study, conducted by the Mokha Center for Strategic Studies, highlights the internal and external threats facing the militar...

Yemeni President Awards Arab Parliament Speaker with "Order of Unity"

Yemeni President Awards Arab Parliament Speaker with "Order of Unity"

Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi bestowed the Order of Unity, 22nd of May, First Class, upon the President of the Arab Parliament, Bahraini Adel al-Asoumi, on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, according to the official Yemeni news agency Saba. The award was presented during a reception hosted by P...

New Commander for Joint Forces in Yemen: Fahd Al-Salman Takes the Helm

New Commander for Joint Forces in Yemen: Fahd Al-Salman Takes the Helm

On August 29th, 2024, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia issued a royal decree appointing Fahd bin Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al-Salman as the new commander of the Joint Forces, replacing the previous commander, Mutlaq bin Salem Al-Azima. The royal decree, published by the official Saud...