The Government urged on Monday the conflicting parties to avoid violence and sit at a dialogue table to resolve any disputed issues.

A source at the government affirmed the importance of all political parties to support the political process in the country.

Clashes have erupted early on Monday between Houthis and the Presidential Security Brigades. Light, medium and heavy weapons were used.

Interior Minister Jalal al-Rowaishan said a ceasefire came into force as of 4:30 p.m on Monday.

The decision was made by a Presidential Committee includes the Defense and Interior Ministers, Special Security Forces Commander and President adviser Saleh al-Sammad.