Sanaa, Yemen – December 28, 2025 – Yemen’s acting Foreign Minister, Abdulwahid Aburas, engaged in a phone conversation with Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, to discuss escalating tensions and political maneuvering in Yemen, particularly in the country’s southern regions.
Southern Developments Raise Concerns
The discussion centered on what Yemen views as deliberate attempts to destabilize the region.
During the call, Aburas detailed the recent situation in southern Yemen, characterizing ongoing developments as “deliberate actions by Yemen’s adversaries and certain regional actors aimed at further destabilizing the area.” He cautioned that these actions could significantly complicate Yemen’s already fragile political landscape. The conversation unfolded against a backdrop of ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis, highlighting the delicate balance of power in the region.
Iran Voices Support for Yemen and Palestinians
Araqchi responded by commending the Yemeni people for their steadfast support of Palestinians and their resistance against what he termed Israeli aggression. He underscored the critical importance of preserving Yemen’s territorial integrity and national unity, urging all Yemeni factions to prioritize internal dialogue to thwart “regional plans aimed at weakening or fragmenting Yemen.” The Iranian Foreign Minister’s remarks reflect a broader regional alignment and a shared stance on the Palestinian issue.
Did you know? A recent agreement between Yemeni parties and Saudi Arabia has focused on prisoner exchanges, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing conflict.
Prisoner Exchange and Path to Resolution
Araqchi welcomed the recent agreement brokered between Yemeni parties and Saudi Arabia regarding prisoner exchanges, viewing it as a positive step forward. However, he emphasized that a lasting resolution to Yemen’s protracted crisis hinges on several key conditions: a complete lifting of the blockade imposed on the country, full implementation of the agreed-upon roadmap, and Yemeni-Yemeni negotiations to establish an inclusive government founded on national unity. These conditions represent Iran’s vision for a sustainable and equitable solution to the conflict.
- Yemen’s acting Foreign Minister and Iran’s Foreign Minister discussed the situation in southern Yemen.
- Iran praised the Yemeni people’s support for Palestinians and called for national unity.
- Araqchi emphasized the need to lift the blockade and implement a roadmap for a lasting resolution.
The diplomatic exchange underscores the complex interplay of regional interests and the ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Yemen. The call signals continued communication between the two nations amidst a challenging geopolitical landscape.
