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Southern Yemen Crisis: STC Claims Control Amid Conflict

12/10/2025

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The Southern Transitional Council (STC) claims control over eight governorates in southern Yemen.
The STC seeks southern autonomy.
It seized parts of Hadramout, including the presidential palace.
The Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), Yemen's internationally recognized government, denounces the STC's actions as a violation of the transitional framework.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, control northern Yemen and have escalated attacks on vessels linked to Israel amid the Gaza conflict.

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Story summary

The Southern Transitional Council (STC) claims control over eight governorates in southern Yemen.
The STC seeks southern autonomy.
It seized parts of Hadramout, including the presidential palace.
The Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), Yemen's internationally recognized government, denounces the STC's actions as a violation of the transitional framework.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, control northern Yemen and have escalated attacks on vessels linked to Israel amid the Gaza conflict.