Author: Marie-Christine Heinze

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Houthis outside the presidential palace in Sanaa (photo: dpa)

The crisis in Yemen

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The primacy of stability over real change

Since 22 January, Yemen has been mired in an almost unresolvable crisis of government. After a power struggle that lasted several days, President Hadi stepped down along with Prime Minister Bahah and his whole cabinet. Marie-Christine Heinze takes a closer look at the current crisis and its wider implicationsMore

Power struggle in Yemen: An unstable situation turns criticalIran's foreign policy in Yemen and Iraq: Arab fear of the "extended arm of Iran"Political upheaval in Yemen: The triumphant advance of the Houthi rebelsFederalism and state-building in Yemen: Between transition and stagnation
Houthi rebels in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa (photo: Reuters)

Political upheaval in Yemen

The triumphant advance of the Houthi rebels

In an unprecedented demonstration of power, Houthi rebels have caused key members of Yemen's political elite to flee, negotiated a cabinet reshuffle, and laid bare the political weakness of President Hadi. By Marie-Christine HeinzeMore

Federalism and state-building in Yemen: Between transition and stagnationInterview with the Yemeni Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol Karman: ''Saleh is the source of terror''Yemen and the Arab Spring: Revolution on hold
Ceremony marking the closure of the National Dialogue Conference in Yemen with President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi (right) (photo: Reuters)

Federalism and state-building in Yemen

Between transition and stagnation

With the conclusion of the National Dialogue Conference and the decision to introduce a federal system, Yemen would appear to be moving forward in its transition process, paving the way for a new constitution and democratic elections. However, things in the country are not as rosy as they might seem at first glance. By Marie-Christine HeinzeMore

Non-violent, Anti-terror Campaign in Yemen: Working for Peace and ToleranceInterview with the Yemeni Minister Huria Mashhour: ''The Immunity Law Is an Offence against Everything''Interview with the Yemeni Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Tawakkol Karman: ''Saleh is the Source of Terror''