The Southern Transitional Council, seeking secession, accused the Yemeni government of targeting its leaders while military reinforcements were sent to Aden, escalating tensions in the region.
The specter of assassinations has returned to the temporary capital Aden, with two individuals killed in less than two weeks. Reports indicate a shift in the tactics used for these operations compared to those prevalent between 2015 and 2025.
Wissam Qaed, the acting executive director of the Yemeni Social Fund for Development, was killed in Aden, prompting widespread condemnation from officials and citizens alike. This incident occurs amid escalating security tensions in the country.
A large public demonstration took place today in Khormaksar Square, Aden, where thousands of supporters of the 'dissolved' Southern Transitional Council gathered to commemorate the Declaration of Aden. This event reflects the ongoing popular support for the council despite the challenges faced in Yemen.
Supporters of the Southern Transitional Council gathered in Aden's Al-Aroudh Square, demanding recognition as a key player in Yemen's political process. These demonstrations mark the ninth anniversary of the council's establishment and will extend to several provinces.
A new assassination in Aden, Yemen targeted the acting executive director of the Social Fund for Development, Wissam Qaid, provoking widespread condemnation from international organizations and embassies. This incident follows another assassination less than two weeks ago, raising questions about security and investigations in the country.
The Southern Transitional Council announced a mass rally in Aden on May 4, asserting that the event will reflect public support for the council. This initiative is part of the celebrations marking the council's founding anniversary.
Aden's Governor, Abdul Rahman Sheikh, emphasized the need to keep the city away from political and military conflicts during a meeting with the UN envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg. He highlighted the importance of international support for stability and development.
The United Nations is intensifying its efforts in Aden to support Yemen's economic stability. Special envoy Hans Grundberg is meeting with government officials to discuss financial challenges and necessary reforms.
UN Special Envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, has arrived in the temporary capital Aden, reflecting the UN's commitment to support the Yemeni government in enhancing the economy and improving services amidst regional and international support.
Major General Mahmoud Salem Al-Sobaihi, a member of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council, emphasized that enhancing security and stability in Aden is crucial for any developmental process. He highlighted the need to update the security system to address current challenges.
UN Special Envoy to Yemen, Hans Grundberg, arrived in the temporary capital Aden on Monday as part of a new tour aimed at advancing the political process and containing the ongoing escalation in the country.
In a move reflecting the rise of political activities, supporters of the 'dissolved' Southern Transitional Council in Yemen have reopened several of their offices in the temporary capital, Aden, following a large demonstration in Khour Maksar's Al-Aroudh Square on Wednesday.
The dissolved Southern Transitional Council is organizing a demonstration for its supporters in the Tawahi district of Aden amid rising security tensions. This move is a response to the repression and closure of its offices.
The Southern Transitional Council in Yemen has renewed its call for escalation, urging supporters to gather outside its closed headquarters in Aden. This comes as part of protests against the continued closure of these offices.
Aden, the temporary capital of Yemen's internationally recognized government, faces a severe crisis due to threats to stop oil shipments from the PetroMasila fields in Hadhramaut. This situation could lead to the shutdown of the city's largest power plant, exacerbating the suffering of residents.
The Southern Transitional Council has called for a peaceful demonstration in the temporary capital of Aden to protest the closure of its offices. This call comes amid rising tensions in the south.