Yemeni Parliament Approves General Mobilization to Confront Houthi Militia
The Yemeni Parliament approved general mobilization at the request of Rashad Al-Alimi, Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council, to confront Houthi escalation and protect the constitutional system.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
- Called for national unity and full coordination with the Saudi-led Arab Coalition
The Yemeni House of Representatives approved on Monday the request of Rashad al-Alimi, Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council, to declare a general mobilization to confront the Houthi militia’s escalation, protect citizens, defend the republican system and constitutional legitimacy, and safeguard the state’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The state-run Yemeni News Agency (Saba) reported that the decision was made during an expanded session of the Council held via video conference, chaired by Council Chairman Sultan al-Barakani, to discuss al-Alimi’s memorandum. Al-Alimi, who also serves as the Supreme Commander of the Yemeni Armed Forces, sought approval for the general mobilization to counter the Houthi escalation, protect citizens, defend the republican system and constitutional legitimacy, and preserve the state’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, given the national and constitutional responsibilities imposed by the current phase.
The Council decided to implement the general mobilization in accordance with the Constitution, the decision on the transfer of power, and relevant laws concerning the general reserve, the National Defense Council, and civil defense. The decision will take effect from the date of its announcement and cease when the circumstances necessitating it are resolved.
The Council emphasized that the approval of the general mobilization comes amid the dangers facing the country due to the war waged by Houthi militias, which threaten citizens’ lives, security, stability, national unity, and the republican system.
It stressed the importance of national unity, overcoming differences, and full coordination with the Saudi-led Arab Coalition, while commending the support of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen and its backing of efforts to restore the state and end the Houthi coup.
Earlier, on Thursday evening, ahead of the 64th anniversary of the September 26 Revolution, Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi called on the Yemeni people to declare a general mobilization and national call to arms against the Houthi militia. He also announced a general amnesty for anyone who chooses to abandon the Houthi militias, cease fighting in their ranks, or work in their favor.
