Tensions are escalating in Yemen as Saudi-backed National Shield Forces move into the eastern provinces of Hadramout and Al-Mahra to reclaim military bases from the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC). The STC has refused to withdraw despite Saudi pressure, maintaining control of oil-rich territory seized in a December 2025 offensive. <br />Reports indicate Saudi forces have threatened airstrikes after the STC positioned units inside civilian areas, while Aden International Airport was temporarily shut down when the STC blocked a Saudi-approved de-escalation flight. Meanwhile, the UAE is said to have withdrawn its last troops, leaving the STC exposed as the power struggle intensifies. <br />With both Gulf powers backing rival factions, analysts warn that Yemen could become the next flashpoint in a wider regional proxy confrontation. <br /> <br />#YemenCrisis #SaudiVsSTC #STCForces #SaudiBackedForces #UAESupportSTC #EasternYemen #Hadramout #AlMahra #YemenConflict #ProxyWar #MiddleEastTensions #BreakingNews #YemenUpdates #RegionalConflict #NationalShieldForces #AdenAirport #Mukalla #SouthernYemen #SecurityCrisis<br /><br />~HT.410~GR.122~ED.194~
