Mareb al-Ward
Mareb al-Ward is a Yemeni journalist and researcher whose work focuses on analyzing policy, conflict and social dynamics. He has worked as a correspondent for Anadolu Agency and Al Jazeera Arabic and has contributed to Arabi21, Al-Arab, China Daily, Amwaj.media and the Kenyan Foreign Policy platform.
Latest from Mareb al-Ward
A Viral Yemeni Video Has Turned Houthi Leaders’ Own Words Against Them
A viral video by the Yemeni influencer Fidaa al-Din Yahya contrasts the group’s statements with its actions, and challenges the idea that its stance toward the Palestinians should shield it from scrutiny over its conduct at home.
Yemen’s Salafist Commanders Are Shaping Its Battlefield
Three Salafist commanders who rose from Yemen’s preaching circles are leading the Saudi-backed push to retake the west coast, and for Gen. Abdulrahman al-Mahrami, the campaign is a test of whether his battlefield reputation can translate to the national stage.