Yemeni Military Chief: Army Rebuilt, Decision-Making Unified

Yemen's military leadership and decision-making are now unified, according to Lieutenant General Sagheer bin Aziz, Chief of the General Staff and Commander of Joint Operations. This unification aims to bring all military formations under the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff.

Bin Aziz stated that the Yemeni armed forces have completed approximately 80 percent of their operational and administrative arrangements since the 2022 truce commenced. Over the past several years, the military has focused on rebuilding units, enhancing combat readiness, and bolstering capabilities to counter the Iran-backed Houthi group. Speaking from Marib, he detailed efforts such as reorganizing military units, defining their sectors and missions according to military standards, and training a large number of personnel.

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The leadership is now unified, the military decision-making process is unified, and we are on the right path toward bringing all military formations under the umbrella of the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff.

"The leadership is now unified, the military decision-making process is unified, and we are on the right path toward bringing all military formations under the umbrella of the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff," bin Aziz asserted. He noted significant progress in both operational and administrative aspects since the 2022 truce, including restructuring administrative systems in line with the Armed Forces Service Law.

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The army withstood an arsenal backed by Iran. There were setbacks, but our resilience was greater because it preserved what remained of the Republic of Yemen and the institutions of the state.

Bin Aziz described the conflict since 2015 as a different kind of war, with the armed forces comprising former units and new formations. He acknowledged the military suffered "tens of thousands of martyrs and wounded" but emphasized its resilience. A key achievement highlighted is the implementation of a smart ID card system for armed forces personnel, now in about 95 percent of units, which aims to eliminate overlap and duplication.

"This is an important achievement because it removes doubts and concerns about overlapping units, duplication, and related issues," bin Aziz said. He expressed satisfaction with the progress made, noting that work is ongoing to integrate military formations and unify the administration of the armed forces, which he considers a crucial requirement.

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This is an important achievement because it removes doubts and concerns about overlapping units, duplication, and related issues.