Yemen, located at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, has a recent history that has brought upheaval and change at the intersection of the Arab and Muslim worlds. At the beginning of the 20th century, Yemen was liberated from the Ottoman Empire and became part of the Arab world. However, internal tribal strife and political turmoil have complicated relations with the Arab world.
Turbulent 50's, Egyptian influence**
In the 50s of the 20th century, the influence of Egypt** Nasser tried to expand by supporting the pro-Egyptian regime in Yemen, which led to the outbreak of the Yemeni civil war. During this period, Yemen's political landscape and ideology were deeply influenced by the Arab world, resulting in the formation of a socialist regime.
Unity and Divide: The Dawn of 1990**
In 1990, North and South Yemen were reunited, but political, economic and social differences persisted. The South is less connected to the Arab world, while the North is more associated with Arab countries such as Saudi Arabia. At the beginning of the 21st century, Yemen was once again in chaos and the focus of the Arab world, with the rise of Iranian-backed Houthi rebels deepening religious and geopolitical divisions.
The rise of the Houthis: the heart of regional strife**
The Houthi rebels, the "Anshra" movement, made up of Yemeni Shiite Muslims, launched a campaign in 2004 for the unfair treatment of Shiites. In 2014, Houthi rebels captured the capital, Sana'a, overthrowing Yemen's legitimacy. They have ties to Iran, sparking tensions in the region.
Military Involvement and Complex Patterns**
The Arab world's actions against the Houthi rebels are mainly reflected in the military involvement of the multinational coalition led by Saudi Arabia. However, this military intervention did not end the conflict quickly, but instead led to a complex regional landscape and a humanitarian crisis.
The dilemma of political and economic choices**
The Houthis' insistence and the Yemeni people's failure to make the right political and economic choices like other Arab countries are rooted in Yemen's long-standing poverty, political corruption, and low levels of education. Politics and localism have led to difficulties in the governance of the country and hindered the overall progress of society. When faced with political choices, the Yemeni people lack adequate education and information, and may be influenced by ideology and local interests to make decisions that are in the national interest as a whole.
Unlock the challenges ahead**
In resolving the Yemen issue, in addition to the assistance of the international community, it is also necessary to pay attention to grassroots education, economic development and the fight against corruption, so as to help the Yemeni people better understand and participate in the country's decision-making, and lay the foundation for Yemen's long-term stability and prosperity. Yemen's historical strife will serve as a witness to the ups and downs of the Arab world, unlocking the challenges and opportunities ahead.