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STC Rejects Withdrawal Amid Tensions with Saudi Coalition

1/1/2026

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The Southern Transitional Council (STC) faces tensions with the Saudi-led coalition after airstrikes against STC positions.
STC representative Nabeel bin Lasem criticized Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi for creating vacuums and abusing power.
Turki al-Maliki, the coalition spokesman, warned against movements that could disrupt de-escalation efforts.
Rashad al-Alimi demanded United Arab Emirates withdraw its forces from Yemen in response to airstrikes.
The STC asserts control over southern territories and rejects withdrawal.

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Story summary

The Southern Transitional Council (STC) faces tensions with the Saudi-led coalition after airstrikes against STC positions.
STC representative Nabeel bin Lasem criticized Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi for creating vacuums and abusing power.
Turki al-Maliki, the coalition spokesman, warned against movements that could disrupt de-escalation efforts.
Rashad al-Alimi demanded United Arab Emirates withdraw its forces from Yemen in response to airstrikes.
The STC asserts control over southern territories and rejects withdrawal.