UAE Announces Yemen Withdrawal Following Saudi Port Strike
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has declared its intention to withdraw from Yemen following a recent strike by Saudi Arabia on the port city of Mukalla, a key stronghold of the Southern Transitional Council (STC). The Saudi-led coalition, of which the UAE was a key partner, targeted the city after the STC seized control, escalating tensions between the two allies.
The UAE stated its withdrawal is a response to the evolving situation and a desire to de-escalate conflict. While officially part of the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthi rebels, the UAE has increasingly supported southern separatist groups like the STC, creating friction with Saudi Arabia, which favors a unified Yemeni government.
The strike on Mukalla served as a clear signal from Saudi Arabia regarding its opposition to the STC’s ambitions. Reports indicate the UAE has been given a 24-hour ultimatum to remove its forces. This withdrawal marks a significant shift in the dynamics of the Yemeni conflict and raises questions about the future of the Saudi-led coalition and the ongoing civil war. The move also highlights the complex web of alliances and rivalries shaping the conflict in Yemen.
