Probe into Iran support for Houthi ongoing, al-Qirbi

SANA'A, Nov. 03 (Saba) - The
probe into Iran's involvement in supporting the Houthi insurgents in north Yemen is
ongoing,
with Foreign minister accusing some Iranian religious authorities of playing a part
in Yemen conflict.
Abu Bakr al-Qirbi said the outcomes of investigations would be disclosed for the
public, pointing out that the government keeps all open options.
In an interview with the London-based al-Hayat Newspaper, al-Qirbi said the rebels
targeted civilians killing them and stealing their properties in retaliation for
the military
operations against them.
"There is much evidence on this including refugee accounts," he confirmed.
On links between the Houthis and al-Qaeda, he said investigations have revealed
that there are convenience ties between the two including coordination of
operation, pointing
to previous statements when they affirmed mutual support.
Al-Qirbi also confirmed the relationship between the Houthi and al-Qaeda with the
anti-government movement in south Yemen to destabilize the country and target
national
unity.
But he assured the state remains strong enough to tackle such plotters, protect the
constitution and enforce law.
Yemen accuses Iranian authorities of providing material, financial and training
support for the insurgents in Saada and Amran who the army has been battling since
2004.
It earlier said much evidence was documented over the matter, but never pointed to
the Iranian official side.
In August this year, the army launched an offensive against them that was
triggered by their continuous violence and lawbreaking.
FR