Shaya Mohsen al-Zindani

Shaya Mohsen al-Zindani is the newly appointed Prime Minister of Yemen, as announced by the Saudi-backed presidential council on February 6, 2026. He will also continue to serve as the country's Foreign Minister. This appointment is newsworthy as it signifies a step towards forming a new government in a nation deeply divided and ravaged by years of war. The new 35-member cabinet faces significant challenges, including the division of the country, with the Houthis controlling Sanaa and northern Yemen, while the new cabinet governs the south. The formation of this government follows events such as protests in Aden, where security forces dispersed supporters of the secessionist Southern Transitional Council (STC) attempting to storm the Presidential Palace. Al-Zindani's role is crucial in navigating these complex political and security challenges and attempting to unify the country.