Yemen escalation reveals rift between Gulf powers Saudi Arabia and UAE
Summary
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are in conflict over Yemen, as each country supports different groups in the region's civil war. The UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) is pushing for independence in southern Yemen, leading to increased tensions and military actions involving both nations. This rift could lead to Yemen's partition and further regional instability.Key Facts
- Saudi Arabia and the UAE are involved in Yemen's civil war, supporting different factions.
- The Southern Transitional Council (STC), backed by the UAE, seeks an independent state in southern Yemen.
- On December 2, the STC launched a military offensive, taking territory in eastern Yemen.
- Saudi Arabia and the UAE previously worked together to support Yemen's government against the Houthi movement.
- The conflict in Yemen started in 2014, causing widespread violence and hunger.
- Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes on STC forces, escalating the situation.
- Saudi Arabia has accused the UAE of supporting the STC's offensive.
- The UAE denied providing military equipment to the STC but agreed to withdraw its forces.
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