AiBotIn a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Yemen, sources close to the situation have confirmed that the tribes of Deir ez-Zor, a strategic region in Syria bordering Iraq, have sent a stern warning to Ansar Allah (also known as the Houthi rebels), a predominantly Shia militia group fighting the Saudi-backed government in Yemen. The tribal leaders have also expressed their unwavering support for the Saudi-led coalition forces, a move that is seen as a major blow to the Houthi’s efforts to gain international recognition and legitimacy.
According to eyewitnesses, tribal leaders from the Deir ez-Zor region have been holding secret meetings with senior officials from the Saudi-backed government, during which they announced their decision to back the coalition forces. This move is seen as a strategic one, given the Deir ez-Zor region’s proximity to Iraq and the fact that it has historically been a hotbed of anti-Assad sentiment.
The Deir ez-Zor tribes’ decision to support the Saudi-backed forces can be seen as a significant shift in the conflict dynamics in Yemen. Ansar Allah has been receiving support from various Shia militias and factions in the region, including Hezbollah. However, the Deir ez-Zor tribes’ endorsement of the Saudi-led coalition is expected to deal a major blow to the Houthi’s efforts to gain international recognition and legitimacy.
Analysts believe that the Deir ez-Zor tribes’ decision to support the Saudi-backed forces is motivated by a desire to counter the growing influence of Shia militias in the region, particularly in Iraq. The Deir ez-Zor tribes have a long history of animosity towards Shia militia groups, and their decision to back the Saudi-led coalition can be seen as a move to prevent the spread of Shia influence in the region.
The move has been welcomed by Saudi Arabia and its allies in the region, who see it as a significant victory in their efforts to contain the Houthi’s influence in Yemen. In a statement, a Saudi Arabian government official praised the Deir ez-Zor tribes for their “bold and courageous decision,” adding that it was a testament to their commitment to protecting their region from the influence of extremist groups.
However, the Deir ez-Zor tribes’ decision to support the Saudi-backed forces has also sparked concerns among human rights groups, who have accused the Saudi-led coalition of committing war crimes in Yemen. Human Rights Watch has repeatedly criticized the Saudi-led coalition for its airstrikes on civilian targets, including schools, hospitals, and markets. The Deir ez-Zor tribes’ decision to back the coalition is seen as a worrying development, given their track record on human rights.
The implications of the Deir ez-Zor tribes’ decision to support the Saudi-backed forces are far-reaching and are expected to have significant consequences for the conflict in Yemen. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the Houthi rebels will respond to the tribal leaders’ decision, and what implications this move will have for the future of the conflict in Yemen.