The conflict in Yemen has to come to an end as the repercussions of an ongoing war would affect all countries in the Gulf region. The conflict should not be allowed to continue to drain the entire region.
Of late, there has been some progress in terms of coming to an agreement between the warring parties. Not only did Al Houthi rebels withdraw from major areas within the borders of Saudi Arabia, but they also endorsed a ceasefire agreement with the Yemeni government. Yet this agreement has not held, as the rebels recently attacked a checkpoint in Al Jawf province, killing a senior military officer. What is problematic about this particular incident is that tribal differences have led to conflict. Two tribes have taken opposite stands, as one supported the government and the other expressed loyalty with the rebels.
With the announcement of the Yemeni government that the Al Houthis have breached the peace agreement reached between the two sides earlier this month, there is a danger that the conflict will continue. The conflict should not be driven or even influenced in any way by tribal differences, as allowing such friction to spread is not an option.
