Saudi-led coalition in Yemen vows to counter STC military actions undermining de-escalation

The Saudi-led Arab coalition in Yemen said Saturday it will take direct action against any military movements by Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council (STC) that undermine ongoing de-escalation efforts, warning that violations threaten civilian safety and regional stability, Anadolu reports. In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency, coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki said the warning came in response to a request from Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi to take immediate measures to protect civilians in Hadramout in eastern Yemen. Al-Maliki said the request followed “serious and shocking humanitarian violations against civilians by armed elements affiliated with the Southern Transitional Council.” The coalition’s position comes as part of continued joint efforts by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates […]