[14/01/2026 02:09]

AL-MAHRA – SABA
The Security Committee in Al-Mahrah Governorate has called on anyone in possession of weapons to take the initiative to surrender them voluntarily within a maximum period of ten days starting from today, warning that those who fail to comply will expose themselves to raids, legal accountability, and prosecution.

The committee noted, during its meeting held today under the chairmanship of Governor Mohammed Ali Yasser, the formation of a joint committee comprising military and security units and the National Shield Forces, headed by the Chief of Staff of the Al-Ghaydah Axis.

This committee will be tasked with receiving the weapons and taking the necessary legal measures.

The committee stressed the importance of raising the level of readiness and security vigilance across all districts, recovering weapons, ammunition and vehicles that were looted from camps during recent events, and holding all those involved accountable in accordance with the law.

During the meeting, which was attended by the First Deputy Governor, Brigadier General Dr. Mukhtar bin Owaid al-Jaafari, the governor reviewed efforts made during the previous phase, the latest developments at the national and local levels, and the role played by the Security Committee and military and security units in maintaining the security, stability, and public tranquility of the governorate.

He emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination and joint cooperation among the various military units and security agencies in a way that contributes to consolidating security and stability, asserting the authority of the state, and protecting citizens and public and private property.

The governor praised the role of the Homeland's Shield Forces in maintaining security and stability during the recent events and their efforts in securing border crossings and vital facilities, pointing to the need to continue raising the level of readiness and security vigilance to face any potential challenges.

He also commended the fraternal support provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Yemen in general and to Al-Mahrah Governorate in particular across various developmental, service, and security fields.

He directed the leaders of military and security units to submit their urgent needs to ensure their support and enable them to carry out their duties to the fullest extent possible, in line with available capabilities.

Meanwhile, the leaders of the military and security units presented reports on the level of the security situation, its assessment, and the measures taken to enhance security and stability across all districts of the governorate.

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