Yemen strikes could last 6 months - Gulf officials
Arab airstrikes against Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen could last up to six months, Gulf diplomatic officials said Saturday, voicing fears that they could face retaliation at home by Iran, AFP reported.
Initially Saudi Arabia and its allies had anticipated a one-month air campaign but "it could last five to six months," an official said.
He said the three-day-old campaign had been successful so far, destroying targets including 21 Scud missiles.
He accused Iran of providing "logistical and military support" to the Shiite rebels.
"According to estimates, there are 5,000 Iranians, (members of the pro-Tehran Lebanese movement) Hezbollah and Iraqi militia on the ground in Yemen," he added.
It was not possible to independently verify the claim.