What are Saudi Arabia’s plans in southern Yemen?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 10, 2026 at 08:33 PM

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In January 2026, Saudi Arabia intervened militarily in southern Yemen, citing threats to its national security. This intervention led to the Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group that controlled the region for nearly a decade, announcing its dissolution in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia now plans to host a dialogue between Yemen's main political factions to discuss the future of southern Yemen. The goal of the conference is to shape the region's future, but the long-term implications for Saudi Arabia's goals in Yemen remain to be seen. Analysts are considering whether the outcome will serve Saudi Arabia's interests in the region.

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Chatham House 30% Matthew Bryza 40% Khaled Batarfi 40% Farea Al Muslimi 40% Riyadh ×260% Southern Transitional Council ×380% Yemen ×490% Saudi Arabia ×490%

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yemen 100% southern transitional council 90% saudi arabia 90% political dialogue 70% separatists 70% riyadh talks 60% military intervention 60% national security 50% civil strife 40%