Is Sanaa under Houthi control?

Government bows to pressure That evening, Benomar announced an agreement that would end the crisis. By 21 September, the Houthis declared themselves in control of Sana’a, having taken over the offices of the prime minister, the state television building, and military headquarters.

What is the relationship between Russia and Venezuela?

Russia–Venezuela relations include cooperation between Russia and Venezuela in areas of common concern, such as their common status as oil exporters, and policy toward the United States. Venezuela is Russia’s most important trading and military ally in Latin America.

What caused the Houthi insurgency in Yemen?

Houthi insurgency in Yemen. The conflict was sparked in 2004 by the government’s attempt to arrest Hussein Badreddin al-Houthi, a Zaidi religious leader of the Houthis and a former parliamentarian on whose head the government had placed a $55,000 bounty. Initially, most of the fighting took place in Sa’dah Governorate in northwestern Yemen,…

Who are the Houthis and what are they fighting for?

According to a February 2015 Newsweek report, Houthis are fighting “for things that all Yemenis crave: government accountability, the end to corruption, regular utilities, fair fuel prices, job opportunities for ordinary Yemenis and the end of Western influence.”

How did the Houthis get support from Hezbollah?

Hezbollah provided inspiration and expertise for the Houthis. Iran was a secondary source of support, especially since the Houthis and Iranians share a common enemy in Saudi Arabia. After 2003, Saleh launched a series of military campaigns to destroy the Houthis. In 2004, Saleh’s forces killed Hussein al Houthi.

What do Sunnis and Shiites think of the Houthis?

Sunnis and Shiites agree that he was a righteous man. The Zaydi elevate him to be the epitome of a symbol of fighting corruption. The Houthis have made fighting corruption the centerpiece of their political program, at least nominally.