Aden

Aden is a port city in Yemen and has been a focal point for the Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group seeking independence for southern Yemen. The STC's recent activities and internal divisions have made Aden newsworthy. The STC has faced increasing pressure, leading to its leaders announcing its disbandment during talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, a move rejected by some members in Aden. Aidarous al-Zubaidi, the STC leader, fled Aden, allegedly with the assistance of the United Arab Emirates, further escalating tensions with Saudi Arabia. Saudi-backed forces have deployed in Aden, increasing pressure on the separatists. With the STC weakened, the Yemeni government is now focusing on the Houthi rebels in the north, signaling a potential shift in the conflict's dynamics. The future of southern Yemen and Aden remains uncertain amidst these developments.