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Update: January 5, 2026 Yemen: The Battle for Hadramawt Reshapes the Gulf Influence Map Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces have regained control of Mukalla, the strategic capital of Hadramawt province, following…
Saudi-Led Arab Coalition in Yemen Warns Southern Transitional Council
What’s the news? The Arab Coalition in Yemen announced it will take direct action against any military movements by the Southern Transitional Council in Hadramawt that undermine de-escalation efforts. Brief background…
Tunisia-Saudi Arabia Sign Five Economic Agreements as Tunis Seeks Gulf Investment
The News: Tunisia and Saudi Arabia signed five agreements and memorandums of understanding Sunday during the 12th session of their Joint Committee in Riyadh, covering economic and media sectors. The accords emerged from…
UAE Withdraws Final Forces from Yemen: End of a Decade-Long Military Chapter
The News The United Arab Emirates announced Tuesday the complete withdrawal of its remaining military presence in Yemen—specialized counterterrorism units that had stayed behind after the broader UAE troop pullout in…