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?Why Does the Actors Insist on Supporting a Government That Lacks Legitimacy Among North & South

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Amid Yemen’s fragmented political landscape, a critical question arises regarding the continued international support for a government that is increasingly seen as ineffective and unrepresentative by both northern and southern populations. Yemen has been entrenched in a deep political and economic divide for years. The Houthis have established themselves as a de facto authority in the north, while the people of the south strongly demand leadership that truly represents them and restores their right to self-determination. At the same time, the Islah Party (Yemeni Muslim Brotherhood) maintains control over areas like Ma’rib and Taiz, often engaging in tactical cooperation with the Houthis, further complicating the national landscape.  

Many argue that the persistent backing of the Yemeni government considered by the international community as the legitimate authority serves more of a diplomatic and strategic purpose rather than addressing the actual needs of the people. Instead of acknowledging the on-the-ground realities, the global powers continue to support a government that has demonstrably failed to manage the economic crisis or mount an effective military response against the Houthis. This insistence on supporting what is essentially a nominal authority raises fundamental questions about the true motives behind such a stance, especially as Yemen now functions under two contrasting realities: in the north, the Houthis maintain an entrenched grip on power, while in the south, people suffer from political and economic neglect, demanding new leadership that can secure their rights and freedoms.  

This situation reflects a broader conflict over political legitimacy and international influence. Some global actors, continue to recognize and work with the Yemeni government primarily to maintain geopolitical balance and prevent the complete collapse of the state. At the same time, international support is used as a tool to pressure local forces delaying formal recognition of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) as the true representative of the South and maintaining leverage in negotiations with the Houthis, who, despite lacking official international recognition, have become an undeniable force on the ground.  

Meanwhile, the situation in areas under Islah’s control remains precarious, as the party exploits its position to manipulate the political balance, making any long-term solution even more complex. While the people of the south seek leadership that genuinely reflects their will and restores their control over their destiny, the north remains embroiled in internal conflicts and foreign influence that reinforce the status quo.  

This dual reality raises a crucial question; what is the true purpose of supporting a government that no longer represents the aspirations of its people but is instead used as a tool to sustain international order? It appears that maintaining the legal framework of official legitimacy is the primary justification for this continued support. However, this approach delays the inevitable recognition of Yemen’s new political reality, where the Southern Transitional Council governs much of the south, and the Houthis have consolidated control in the north. As a result, a viable political solution remains elusive.  

The greatest challenge lies in finding a resolution that frees the region from these contradictions one that allows the people to choose leadership that genuinely represents them and safeguards their rights, rather than perpetuating reliance on political structures that no longer align with reality. This raises the ultimate question; will region’s political equation shift in the near future, or will continued international support for the current government remain an obstacle to meaningful change? The answers to these questions are what the others are trying to hide, for nothing except managing the crisis.