Yemeni army operations are self-defense, says political analyst

Political analyst Aref Abu Hatim commended the Yemeni army's 181 operations conducted within a single day, describing them as defensive measures against threats from the Houthis. Addressing this in an interview on Al-Ikhbariya Radio, Abu Hatim emphasized that the army's actions are a response to the various sources of danger posed by the militia.

He advocated for the continuation of these efforts, aiming to dismantle Houthi strongholds and neutralize the terrorist group. Abu Hatim stressed that the Houthis continually seek to undermine the government and jeopardize Yemeni interests, but the Yemeni forces, with the assistance of drones, have successfully destroyed Houthi military vehicles.

The analyst noted that the Yemeni government has not yet authorized a direct offensive against the Houthis. Abu Hatim reiterated that all operations by the Yemeni army are defensive in nature, with no plans for an attack. The primary focus remains on targeting drone launch sites and Houthi trenches, as the legitimate government seeks to uphold the peace roadmap.