Is the Yemeni government getting ready to attack the Houthis?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Abubakr Al-ShamahiJanuary 14, 2026 at 04:33 PM

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Since 2014, the Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have controlled Yemen's capital, Sanaa, and much of the northwest. In January 2026, the Saudi-backed Yemeni government, led by President Rashad al-Alimi, is consolidating control over non-Houthi territories after campaigns against separatist groups. Al-Alimi announced the formation of a Supreme Military Committee to integrate anti-Houthi forces, signaling a potential offensive if the Houthis reject peaceful resolutions. Houthi officials have acknowledged the threat and expressed the need to prepare for fighting. Despite attacks from the US, UK, Israel, and the Saudi-led coalition, the Houthis feel emboldened and view their survival as a victory, maintaining control over populous regions of Yemen.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Israel ×230% United States 30% Southern Transitional Council (STC) 40% Iran 40% Red Sea 40% Rashad al-Alimi ×250% Sanaa ×250% Supreme Military Committee (SMC) ×260% Saudi Arabia ×260% Yemen ×670% Yemeni Government ×480% Houthis ×990%

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houthis 100% yemeni government 90% yemen 80% saudi-backed campaign 70% conflict 60% supreme military committee 50% sanaa 40% southern transitional council 40%