‘No Negotiations’: Houthis Announce Expansion of War
The Houthis have warned of possible maximum escalation of military actions against Saudi Arabia, issuing an ultimatum. Movement representatives announced the start of an operation to break the blockade and refused peace talks until the siege of Yemen is lifted. They demanded that Riyadh respect Yemen's sovereignty and placed responsibility on the Saudi side for compliance with agreements.
Representatives of the Yemeni Houthi movement issued an ultimatum to Saudi Arabia, threatening maximum escalation of military actions. A member of the Houthi politburo stated that forces have already begun a special operation to break the blockade of Yemen. He emphasized that the movement is ready to raise the confrontation to the maximum level of intensity. Regarding diplomatic settlement, the representative said that under the conditions of the ongoing siege, the Houthis categorically refuse to participate in peace consultations — any dialogue before the lifting of restrictions is considered meaningless. Additionally, the Houthis demanded that Riyadh unconditionally respect the state sovereignty and independence of Yemen, placing full responsibility on the Saudi side for any violations of previously reached agreements.