Fernando Carvajal

Analysis: Tensions are rising between competing factions in the province of Hadramawt as southern forces mobilise against the Islamist party al-Islah, further threatening fragile peace agreements.  

Analysis: Despite reports of a resurgent al-Qaeda in Yemen, the rise in terrorist attacks may be a sign of weakness rather than strength, as the group is forced to go on the run.

Analysis: The Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated al-Islah party has suffered recent defeats on the strategic, political, and military front, raising doubts as to whether it can survive the coming fight against the Houthis.

Analysis: A series of ostentatious Houthi military parades to showcase their weaponry, manpower, and military readiness has concerned the UN and mediating bodies, which are struggling to maintain a ceasefire in Yemen amid renewed fighting.

Analysis: UN funds for Yemen have fallen severely short, as Houthis continue to divert aid intended for civilians and profit from international assistance. The current ceasefire may be the first step in getting humanitarian aid to those in need.

Analysis: A series of government defeats to Houthi rebels this year have left a power vacuum in parts of the country, with rival powers positioning themselves to play a more influential role ahead of UN talks.

Analysis: With all eyes on deadly fighting in Marib, an escalation of Yemen's conflict in Shabwa also threatens stability in the country's southern provinces.