Saudi Arabia demands Yemeni separatists leave seized governorates
Summary
Saudi Arabia has asked Yemen's main southern separatist group to withdraw from two provinces they seized, called Hadramout and al-Mahra. This action by the separatists, known as the Southern Transitional Council (STC), is causing more tensions within the coalition that opposes the Houthi rebels. Saudi Arabia is trying to mediate the situation and hopes for an orderly withdrawal to restore stability.Key Facts
- Saudi Arabia requested the Southern Transitional Council (STC) to leave two provinces: Hadramout and al-Mahra.
- The STC took control of these provinces in early December, including key oil facilities and government buildings.
- Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the STC's actions an "unjustified escalation."
- Saudi Arabia wants the STC to return to previous positions and hand over control to the National Shield Forces.
- The STC has military and financial support from the United Arab Emirates.
- Saudi Arabia and the UAE are part of a coalition supporting Yemen’s government against the Houthi rebels.
- The STC, part of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council, aims to establish an independent southern state.
- The current situation could disrupt Yemen’s fragile truce and potentially benefit the Houthis.
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