But a source close to the Saudi government told AFP on Thursday that Saudi Arabia's security needs would only be met if the STC "move out of Hadramawt and Mahra". Another source close to the Saudi military told AFP the Riyadh-led coalition was closely following events on the ground and making its own assessment. "Their deployment along the Saudi border nullifies any argument used by those lying in wait to incite Saudi Arabia," STC spokesman Anwar Al Tamimi told AFP. "If a complete withdrawal and handover of Hadramawt and Mahra takes place, it could be a prelude to de-escalation," he told AFP. Following the strikes on Tuesday, the UAE's defence ministry said it would withdraw its last remaining troops in Yemen after Saudi Arabia imposed a 24-hour deadline for their removal.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 02, 2026 10:43 UTC