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STC Dissolves: Saudi Arabia Welcomes Yemen Unification Effort

1/9/2026

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The Southern Transitional Council (STC) announced its dissolution on January 9, 2026, a move welcomed by Saudi Arabia as a step toward unifying southern Yemen.
Secretary-General Abdulrahman Jalal al-Subaihi cited peace and security as the reason for the decision.
STC officials in the United Arab Emirates said the move was made under duress.
STC leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fled to the UAE, raising questions about the council's future.

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The Southern Transitional Council (STC) announced its dissolution on January 9, 2026, a move welcomed by Saudi Arabia as a step toward unifying southern Yemen.
Secretary-General Abdulrahman Jalal al-Subaihi cited peace and security as the reason for the decision.
STC officials in the United Arab Emirates said the move was made under duress.
STC leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fled to the UAE, raising questions about the council's future.