Sanaa– In a notable diplomatic move, the United States has reinstated Jonathan Peccia as Chargé d’Affaires at its embassy to Yemen, despite the recent return of Ambassador Steven Fagin to the region. 

Peccia, a seasoned diplomat with extensive experience in Yemeni affairs, resumed his role in late August and has since held high-level meetings with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) officials and members of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council. His reappointment signals a dual-track approach by the U.S. State Department, balancing ambassadorial oversight with on-the-ground engagement through a trusted envoy.

While Ambassador Fagin remains the official U.S. representative to Yemen, his presence has been largely remote due to security constraints and the embassy’s relocation outside the country. Peccia’s return as chargé d’affaires allows for more agile coordination with Yemeni and regional actors, particularly on humanitarian, security, and governance issues.

Diplomatic sources suggest the move is aimed at reinforcing U.S. support for Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council and ensuring continuity in field-level diplomacy as the country faces renewed Houthi escalation, economic collapse, and humanitarian strain.

The U.S. Embassy has not issued a formal statement on the dual representation, but officials have emphasized Washington’s commitment to restoring peace, stability, and institutional resilience in Yemen through sustained diplomatic engagement.