Yemen’s separatist leader feared being “possibly imprisoned” in Riyadh

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 7, 2026 at 01:24 PM

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On January 7, 2026, tensions in Yemen escalated following Saudi-led coalition strikes in the south. The article reports that Yemen's separatist leader departed the country, fearing potential imprisonment in Riyadh. Political analyst Hisham Al-Omeisy provides analysis of these events, highlighting the growing instability within Yemen. The article suggests the separatist leader's concerns stem from the complex political dynamics and potential power struggles involving Saudi Arabia's role in the conflict. The location of the separatist leader is not specified in the article.

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Saudi Arabia 60% Hisham Al-Omeisy 70% Riyadh 70% Saudi-led coalition 80% Yemen ×490%

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yemen 100% separatist leader 80% riyadh 70% imprisoned 60% saudi-led coalition 60% political conflict 50% escalating tensions 50% hisham al-omeisy 40%