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In a race that is largely deadlocked between two stable blocs of pro-government and anti-government supporters, getting new voters to the polling stations could make all the difference.
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026
Last week, pro-government forces said they had regained control of territory overlooking Bab al-Mandab after launching a major counter-offensive with the support of Saudi air strikes.
From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026
The Saudis countered with an air campaign and ground force composed of Yemeni pro-government paramilitary factions, Saudi and Emirati troops and mercenaries.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
He said the operation included Emirati-backed pro-government forces known as the Giants Brigades and had succeeded in gaining control over the strait, but that couldn’t be separately confirmed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
Inside Syria, there are rebel groups and pro-government soldiers and regional forces.
From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell
