Peace in Yemen remains fraught with complexities

Opinions diverge when it comes to assessing the willingness of the Houthis to make concessions in order to bring an end to the ongoing war in Yemen.

Some analysts suggest that the recent improvement in relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia might lead to a decrease in Iranian support for the Houthis.

Sceptics question the Houthis' true commitment to ending the war, citing their unwavering positions on numerous contentious matters and their reluctance to make substantial concessions.

These sceptics argue that achieving a lasting peace will require the participation of all Yemeni parties in governance and the organization of elections.

They contend that given the Houthis' minority status and lack of popularity, they are likely to face significant challenges in any election, which could jeopardies their current dominance.

Furthermore, one of the major complexities in negotiating with the Houthis is the issue of unpaid salaries for employees since the end of 2016.

The absence of concrete concessions from the Houthis raises doubts about their genuine intentions in achieving a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

This ongoing behavior further underscores concerns about their commitment to a peaceful resolution.