Spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen, Brig. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, launched of “Freedom of Happy Yemen” operation in Shabwa, Yemen on Tuesday.
Al- Maliki reported that this is not a military operation, but one focused on the development of the Yemeni people.
Al-Maliki made the announcement in Shabwa, the southeastern province of Yemen, after the province was completely liberated from the Houthi militia with the support of the Coalition.
The spokesperson, during the joint press conference held with Shabwa Governor Awad Al-Awlaki, emphasised the need of humanitarian and relief efforts in the country.
Al-Maliki stressed the Coalition ongoing support of the operations of the army to stamp out violent militias, and support the legitimate government, for the benefit of all Yemenis.
Shabwa Governor Awad Al-Awlaki thanked the Coalition’s support for the victory in Shabwa, saying, “We appreciate the air support provided by the Coalition to support legitimacy in restoring the province.”