Yemen’s acting ambassador to Syria has dismissed reports that Syrian troops could be deployed to Yemen, saying such claims do not reflect the current situation on the ground.
Mohammed Azzi Baakr told the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) on Thursday that any decision on a deployment would be announced through the relevant official institutions and follow established legal procedures.
He stressed that any such steps would have to serve the interests of both countries and their peoples.
Damascus reaffirms support for Yemen
Baakr welcomed comments by Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al Shaibani backing Yemen’s internationally recognised government and its efforts to restore security and stability.
He also praised al Shaibani’s condemnation of Houthi militia attacks on civilian targets, describing regional cooperation as important for achieving lasting security.
The envoy said relations between Yemen and Syria were moving towards greater cooperation and integration across several sectors.
Shaibani had also rejected the deployment reports on Monday during a joint news conference with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, saying Syrian forces were not present in Yemen and there were no immediate plans to send troops.
He added that any Syrian military deployment abroad would be announced openly rather than carried out secretly.
The denials follow Western media reports citing Yemeni officials as saying thousands of Syrian troops could be deployed in Saudi Arabia and Yemen.
