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Asharq Al-Awsat
2 days ago
- General
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Al-Alimi Praises Saudi Decision to Extend Masam Landmine Clearance Project
President of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi has praised Saudi Arabia's decision to extend the Project Masam contract for landmine clearance in Yemen. Al-Alimi lauded the decision, which includes an extension of the Masam project implementation for an additional year with a budget of $52,994,413. He also commended the leadership of the program and its team, along with all Saudi institutions involved in humanitarian, service, and developmental efforts across various fields. 'This great humanitarian effort by our brothers in the Kingdom, through the Masam project, which has so far removed nearly 500,000 landmines and various explosive devices, embodies a noble fraternal commitment to Yemen and its people, and contributes to alleviating the suffering caused by the war ignited by the Iranian-backed terrorist Houthi militias,' Al-Alimi said.
Asharq Al-Awsat
4 days ago
- Business
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Al-Alimi in Moscow to Garner Russian Support for Legitimate Yemeni Govt
Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi held talks in Moscow on Wednesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin said cooperation with Yemen dates back to Soviet times and diplomatic ties between the two sides were established in 1928. Yemen and Russia have been cooperating actively for some one hundred years. He said the Russian embassy will resume operations in Yemen, reported Russia Today. 'The trade and economic relationship between Russia and Yemen is developing with success and holds several promising sectors,' he remarked. Al-Alimi was in Moscow at Putin's invitation and he sought to garner Russian support for the legitimate Yemeni government against the Iran-backed Houthi militias. Al-Alimi and Putin discussed ways to boost cooperation between their countries and coordinate positions on various issues of mutual interest. Putin underscored Russia's 'commitment to supporting Yemen and its people, and their aspirations for security, stability, and peace,' said a statement from Al-Alimi's office. 'He emphasized the deep historical relations between the two countries, which are based on longstanding traditions of friendship and mutual respect,' it added. Putin expressed his confidence in the development of these relations in a way that serves the interests of both nations and contributes to the security and stability of the region. For his part, Al-Alimi briefed Putin on the situation in Yemen and the hopes pinned on the outcomes of his visit to Moscow, which coincides with the 97th anniversary of the establishment of close relations between their nations. He highlighted the 'longstanding and solid Yemen-Russia friendship, rooted in goodwill, balanced interests, and Russia's significant support in strengthening the presence of the Yemeni state across various stages.' He expressed his gratitude and appreciation for Russia's consistent stance in support of the Yemeni people and their constitutional legitimacy. He recalled the enduring legacy of cooperation between the two countries and peoples in areas such as economic, political, military, educational, health, and cultural cooperation. 'We in the leadership of the Republic of Yemen highly value Russia's supportive stance for constitutional legitimacy, as well as Moscow's commitment to achieving peace and stability and ending the suffering of the Yemeni people,' Al-Alimi stressed. 'We also appreciate Moscow's consistent condemnation of terrorist threats that destabilize maritime security and international peace and security.' Moreover, Al-Alimi addressed the deteriorating economic, service, and humanitarian conditions, exacerbated by the terrorist Houthi militia attacks on oil facilities. He acknowledged 'the significant financial support provided by the Coalition to Support Legitimacy led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.' He underlined the importance of 'maintaining the cohesive stance of the international community regarding the Yemeni issue, and efforts to combat terrorism, piracy, and organized crime.' He also praised Russia's position in support of Arab causes, foremost among them the right of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state according to international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.
Asharq Al-Awsat
5 days ago
- General
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Israel Says Fighter Jets Struck Houthi Targets in Yemen
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that fighter jets had carried out strikes on Houthi "terror targets" at the airport in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, a day after the group fired two projectiles at Israel. "Air Force jets have just struck terror targets of the Houthi terrorist organization at the airport in Sanaa and destroyed the last aircraft remaining," Katz said in a statement. "This is a clear message and a continuation of our policy: whoever fires at the State of Israel will pay a heavy price," he added. The Israeli military said on Tuesday it intercepted a missile and a projectile in separate launches from Yemen toward Israel. Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militias have continued to fire missiles at Israel in what they say is solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, although they have agreed to halt attacks on US ships. On May 6, Israeli strikes damaged the airport in Sanaa and killed several people.
Asharq Al-Awsat
09-05-2025
- Politics
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Israel Vows to 'Respond Forcefully' After Missile Intercepted from Yemen
Israel's defense minister vowed a forceful response after a missile fired from Yemen was intercepted on Friday, in an attack claimed by the Iran-backed Houthi militias. "The Houthis continue to launch Iranian missiles at Israel. As we promised, we will respond forcefully in Yemen and wherever necessary," Defense Minister Israel Katz said in a post on X. A ceasefire deal between Yemen's Houthis and the US does not include sparing Israel, the militias had said on Wednesday. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the US would stop bombing the Houthis in Yemen, saying that the group had agreed to stop attacking US ships. The Houthis have attacked numerous vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade, in a campaign that they say is aimed at showing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Israel has been fighting a war in Gaza since a deadly raid by Palestinian group Hamas into southern Israel in October 2023.
