Coalition forces halt military operations in Yemen at GCC request

In response to a request by GCC Secretary-General Dr. Nayef Al-Hajraf for relaunching the intra-Yemeni dialogue and creating propitious conditions for peacemaking--, the Joint Forces Command of the Coalition decided to halt the military operations as from 06:00, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, said Brig.-Gen. Al-Maliki in a statement.

The decision aims to "support of all endeavours and efforts to reach a comprehensive, sustainable resolution to the Yemeni conflict, and achieve security and stability in the brotherly nation of Yemen," according to the statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

"This falls under the context of international efforts and initiatives championed by the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Yemen and the Saudi Initiative to reach a comprehensive political resolution to end the Yemeni conflict.

"The Joint Forces Command will abide by this cessation, and undertake all necessary steps and procedures to ensure its success, and create the propitious conditions needed for successful consultations and favorable environment for the Holy Month of Ramadan to make peace, and end the conflict.

 "The Joint Forces Command reaffirms its steadfast position in supporting the legitimate government of Yemen in both its political positions and military procedures and measures. "The Military Coalition forces halt military operations in Yemen at GCC request. The Military Joint Forces Command will always stand by the Yemeni people's side to fulfill their aspirations, build their nation and achieve their security and prosperity," the statement added.