Yemeni Separatists Say They Are Disbanding, but Move Is in Dispute

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Ismaeel Naar, Saeed Al-Batati and Vivian NereimJanuary 9, 2026 at 08:08 PM

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A delegation from Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group seeking an independent state in southern Yemen, announced its dissolution in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Friday. The STC, backed by the United Arab Emirates, has been in conflict with Yemen's internationally recognized government, supported by Saudi Arabia. The announcement followed talks between the STC delegation and the Saudi government. However, members of the STC abroad dispute the disbanding, alleging the delegation was coerced into the decision. Communication with the delegation has been limited since their arrival in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi and Emirati governments have not responded to requests for comment.

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