Yemen Declares 90-Day State Of Emergency After Saudi Airstrikes
News Updated: 30 December 2025 12:31 EAT
Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council has declared a nationwide 90-day state of emergency following Saudi Arabian airstrikes that escalated tensions within the country and the wider region. The decision was announced after the strikes targeted strategic locations, raising security concerns and fears of further instability.
In a statement, the council said the emergency measures were necessary to protect national sovereignty, maintain public order, and safeguard civilians amid what it described as a dangerous escalation of military activity. The leadership warned that the situation posed a direct threat to Yemen’s security and political stability.
As part of the emergency declaration, authorities ordered a 72-hour ban on all border crossings, including land, sea, and air entry points. The temporary closure is aimed at tightening security controls and preventing the movement of fighters, weapons, and unauthorized personnel during the heightened alert period.
The Saudi airstrikes reportedly targeted areas linked to armed groups, underscoring growing fractures among anti-Houthi allies and deepening regional rivalries. Analysts say the strikes reflect rising tensions between key regional players involved in Yemen’s long-running conflict.
The emergency declaration grants the government expanded powers to deploy security forces, restrict movement, and take rapid action against perceived threats. Officials emphasized that humanitarian corridors would be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to avoid worsening the already dire humanitarian situation.
Yemen has been mired in conflict for over a decade, with millions displaced and dependent on aid. Observers warn that the latest developments could further complicate peace efforts unless urgent diplomatic interventions are pursued to prevent a broader regional escalation.
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