ADEN: Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council announced on Saturday the formation of a Supreme Military Committee.
The committee will be tasked with overseeing and preparing all military forces for the next phase of the Yemeni conflict, as government-aligned forces secured control of key camps across the country, said council president Rashad Al-Alimi.a
In a televised address on Saturday, Al-Alimi said the committee, operating under the leadership of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy, will also be responsible for equipping, organizing and leading all military formations, and readying them in case the Houthi militias reject peaceful solutions.
The Yemeni leader praised Saudi Arabia for its “sincere brotherly role” in supporting Yemen’s unity, legitimacy and stability, describing the Kingdom’s backing as a lasting and responsible partnership for Yemen and the wider region.
Al-Alimi said government forces had successfully taken over camps in Hadramout, Al-Mahra, the temporary capital Aden and other liberated governorates, calling on Yemenis to unite behind efforts to restore state institutions and end the Houthi coup.
“The difficult decisions that were taken during the past pivotal days were not aimed at strength, but rather at protecting citizens and preserving their dignity,” he said, stressing the need for full commitment to the constitution, the law and the transitional framework.
He reiterated that the southern issue remained a top priority for the leadership, confirming his support for a comprehensive southern dialogue conference under Saudi Arabia’s sponsorship.
Al-Alimi urged those who had “gone astray” to surrender their weapons, return looted property and rejoin the ranks of the state, while directing governors to ensure continuity of vital services and improve living conditions during what he described as an exceptional phase.
He also underlined the importance of strengthening security, protecting social peace and working closely with the Coalition and the international community to combat terrorism, prevent arms smuggling, secure waterways and deter cross-border threats.
Al-Alimi accused the Houthis of refusing to engage in dialogue, saying Yemen’s prolonged suffering was the result of their coup against constitutional legitimacy. He said the council’s message remained clear: Embrace peace or face continued confrontation.
