Is Yemen plunging into chaos?
Saudi Arabia and Spain are latest countries to close their embassies in Sanaa amid growing threat of civil war in Yemen.
Thousands of Yemenis have protested in many cities across Yemen against the government takeover by Shia Houthi rebels as the threat of civil war increases.
The deteriorating situation has forced many countries to close their embassies including the United States and Saudi Arabia.
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It all comes as the United Nations is warning of dire consequences if a solution is not reached. So, is Yemen sliding into further chaos? And what does this mean for the region?
Presenter: Hazem Sika
Guests:
Hussein Al-Bukhaiti – Houthi Supporter and Yemeni Activist.
Hussein Shobokshi – Columnist for Asharq Alawsat newspaper.
Mohammed Jumeh – Columnist and Editor for Al Quds Al Arabi newspaper.
Published On 14 Feb 2015