World · India Bureau
UAE accused of secretly aiding Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen
The United Arab Emirates faces allegations of covertly providing intelligence support to Yemen's Houthi militia. Reports suggest the assistance is specifically aimed at targeting Saudi-backed forces operating within Yemen.
LSN India ·
The UAE has been accused of secretly sharing intelligence with Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, according to investigative reports. The alleged clandestine support is said to be narrowly focused on operations against Saudi-backed military units operating in Yemeni territory.
The accusations, if verified, would represent a significant shift in regional dynamics and raise questions about Abu Dhabi's strategic posture in the conflict. The UAE has been a key member of the Saudi-led coalition fighting against the Houthis since 2015, though it has reduced its military presence in recent years.
The reported intelligence assistance marks a departure from the UAE's public alignment with Saudi Arabia and the international coalition. Analysts suggest such covert support could be linked to shifting interests or strategic calculations regarding Yemen's complex political landscape.
The claims underscore the intricate web of competing interests in Yemen's ongoing conflict, where multiple regional and international actors maintain varying degrees of involvement. Neither the UAE government nor Houthi representatives have immediately responded to the allegations.