Hope flickers as lights return to war-scarred Aden

Al JazeeraCenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 1, 2026 at 11:03 AM

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After years of extensive electricity blackouts, Aden, Yemen is experiencing improved power supply following the re-establishment of the internationally recognized government in January 2026 after the fall of the Southern Transitional Council (STC). A Saudi Arabian-backed government offensive forced the STC out of the city, and the return of the government is seen as a sign of hope for residents. A multimillion-dollar fuel grant from Saudi Arabia is supplying power stations, enabling approximately 20 hours of electricity per day. This improvement is considered a positive change for residents, signaling a new phase for the war-scarred city. While the government is credited, the role of the Joint Forces Command of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen is also cited.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Falah al-Shahrani 30% Sanaa 40% Badea Sultan 40% Saleh Taher ×250% Saudi Arabia ×260% Southern Transitional Council (STC) ×370% Yemen ×380% Aden ×890%

Keywords

aden 100% yemen 90% electricity 80% government 70% southern transitional council 60% war 50% fuel grant 40% saudi arabia 40%

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90%

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Aden

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