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Yemen's STC Accuses Saudi Arabia of Airstrikes Amid Clashes

12/26/2025

Summary

Story summary

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) accused Saudi Arabia of launching airstrikes in Hadramout against its forces.
The STC reported two airstrikes, and Saudi Arabia has not confirmed the claims.
The attacks followed clashes that left STC casualties and came after Saudi Arabia urged withdrawal from seized territories.
Oman called for dialogue to prevent escalation.
The United Nations warned of potential regional instability, and demonstrations in Aden push for independence.

History

Historical Context

The Yemeni Civil War intensified in 2015 when Saudi Arabia launched a military intervention on March 26, aimed at restoring President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi's government, which had been ousted by Houthi rebels in September 2014. The conflict has since drawn in various regional actors, including the UAE, and has led to a humanitarian crisis affecting millions, with over 17 million people facing food insecurity.

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Story summary

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) accused Saudi Arabia of launching airstrikes in Hadramout against its forces.
The STC reported two airstrikes, and Saudi Arabia has not confirmed the claims.
The attacks followed clashes that left STC casualties and came after Saudi Arabia urged withdrawal from seized territories.
Oman called for dialogue to prevent escalation.
The United Nations warned of potential regional instability, and demonstrations in Aden push for independence.

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