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STC Welcomes to Relocating International Organizations to Aden Capital

REPORTS - 5 month ago

The Southern Transitional Council's Position on the Classification of the Houthis as a Terrorist Group 

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In light of the rapidly evolving humanitarian landscape in the region and the increasing violations committed by the Houthi militia against humanitarian workers and international organization employees, the United States' decision to reclassify the Houthis as a global terrorist organization is a significant and necessary step to counter threats undermining humanitarian efforts in the region. The Southern Transitional Council (STC) has welcomed this decision, emphasizing that the Houthi militia, through its oppressive practices of arbitrary arrests, detention of UN staff, and restrictions on relief activities, has become a serious threat to the international community and the safety of humanitarian work.

In this context, the Southern Transitional Council, under the leadership of President Aidarous Al-Zubaidi, has reiterated Aden's readiness to host international organizations facing significant challenges in Houthi-controlled areas. The STC has affirmed that Aden offers a secure and stable environment that enables organizations to carry out their humanitarian, relief, and development projects freely and without restrictions.

Relocating the headquarters of international organizations to Aden is a strategic move to avoid the influence of the Houthi terrorist militia on their operations and to ensure the continuity of humanitarian aid delivery to those in need across the region, away from the threats and pressures exerted by the Houthi group.

With a clear vision and wise leadership, the STC works to provide a supportive and encouraging environment for humanitarian and international organizations. The council has affirmed its readiness to offer all the necessary logistical and technical support to enable organizations to perform their missions efficiently and effectively. This commitment has been demonstrated through close coordination between local authorities in the southern governorates and relevant ministries to ensure the smooth execution of relief and development projects. Additionally, the STC strongly condemns the Houthi militia's arbitrary practices, including the detention of UN staff and humanitarian workers. The council asserts that these violations highlight the terrorist nature of the Houthi militia and underline the necessity of their classification as a terrorist group on an international level.

Following the U.S. decision, the STC has called on all countries worldwide to take similar measures and classify the Houthis as a terrorist organization. This classification strengthens international efforts to combat Houthi threats and ensures a safer environment for humanitarian operations in the region. It also helps expose the ongoing violations committed by the Houthi militia against the people and humanitarian workers. Moreover, the STC emphasizes that the southern regions have the capabilities and resources needed to manage humanitarian efforts and sustainable development. Thanks to the efforts of local authorities and southern leadership, relative stability has been achieved in most southern governorates, making them an ideal destination for hosting relief and development activities.

Highlighting Aden as a safe and stable capital, taking in account its role as a humanitarian hub, also its potential as a center for reconstruction and development in the region. In this regard, the STC reaffirms its full support for international organizations’ efforts to provide the necessary assistance for rebuilding the region and improving the living conditions of its citizens. Furthermore the STC’s Commitment to International Cooperation

Under the leadership of President Aidarous Al-Zubaidi, the STC is committed to enhancing international cooperation and building fruitful partnerships with humanitarian and international organizations. The council underscores its dedication to ensuring the continuity of humanitarian aid in the south and meeting the basic needs of populations in affected areas through coordination with international organizations and donors.

The STC’s supportive role for human rights cannot be overlooked amid ongoing Houthi violations. The detention of humanitarian organization employees constitutes a blatant violation of international laws and norms and underscores the terrorist nature of the Houthi militia. Through its continuous efforts, the STC works to expose these violations and amplify the voices of victims to the international community. It also reiterates its commitment to providing logistical and technical support to international organizations operating in the humanitarian and human rights fields, facilitating their work, and ensuring aid reaches those in need.

Hence, under the current circumstances, relocating international organizations to Aden presents a real opportunity to enhance humanitarian operations in the region and ensure the continued delivery of aid away from Houthi threats. The Southern Transitional Council remains a strong partner of the international community in addressing humanitarian challenges and working towards sustainable development and peace in the region.