Iran-backed militants shut down airport, capital of U.S.-backed Yemen

Iran-backed militants shut down airport, capital of U.S.-backed Yemen

Special to WorldTribune.com CAIRO — Iranian-backed Shi’ite rebels have intensified their drive against the Western-backed government in Yemen. Fighters from the Shi’ite Al Houthi movement have been attacking government buildings in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa. The rocket attacks have also led to a halt in flights at Sanaa International Airport, the main air link […]

Iran-backed Shi’ite rebels break ceasefire, advance toward Yemen’s capital

Iran-backed Shi’ite rebels break ceasefire, advance toward Yemen’s capital

Special to WorldTribune.com CAIRO — Iranian-backed Shi’ites continue to advance toward Yemen’s capital. The Iranian-backed Al Houthi movement, despite the latest ceasefires, has directed its forces toward Sanaa. The Shi’ite rebels were said to have advanced to positions 10 kilometers from Sanaa International Airport. “We will not allow any acts of violence here and there […]