Yemen officials say rebels refuse to embrace peace
Nasser Arrabyee; 10/9/08
The reconstruction efforts in Sa’ada cannot continue unless Al Houthi rebels relinquish their positions in the mountains, Yemeni Deputy Prime Minister for Defence and Security Affairs, Rashad Al Alimi said. He accused the rebels of intending to continue the war, which has wreaked havoc in the Sa’ada area and cost the government over $50 million (Dh183.5 million) for reconstruction. “Despite the fact that the government troops have withdrawn nearly all positions, the Al Houthi groups are still building fortifications and taking over new positions,” he said.