Saudi Arabia has announced a $500 million development package for southern Yemen following a government offensive against allied separatists, signaling the kingdom’s growing role in stabilising the region. The initiative will span 10 provinces and includes the construction of hospitals, schools, roads, and the donation of fuel to boost power production. Riyadh also plans to […]
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Saudi Arabia pledges $500M Yemen projects
Saudi Arabia has announced $500 million in development projects across southern Yemen following UAE withdrawal. The plan covers hospitals, schools, roads, and fuel aid. Riyadh aims to boost security, stability, and the country’s reconstruction. The announcement comes after a Saudi-backed offensive removed UAE-aligned separatists from key southern regions. The move signals Riyadh’s more assertive posture […]
Yemen’s southern separatists announce full disbandment
Yemen’s main southern separatist group, the Southern Transitional Council (STC), has decided to disband, a member said. The announcement came during peace talks in Saudi Arabia. The decision follows a split within the group and tensions with Gulf powers. The UAE-backed STC leader, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, fled Yemen on Wednesday instead of attending the talks. The […]
UAE urges calm as Yemen crisis escalates
The United Arab Emirates urged restraint on Saturday as Yemen’s political and military crisis rapidly escalated. The call followed Saudi-backed forces retaking areas seized by UAE-backed southern separatists. The developments deepened tensions between the two Gulf allies. The crisis intensified after government forces entered parts of Mukalla in Hadramout province. The region is strategically located […]