Saudi-backed forces deploy in Yemens Aden region

Saudi-Backed Forces Deploy in Aden, Separatists Flee

A Saudi-backed military force, known as the National Shield Forces, was deployed in the Yemeni city of Aden on Tuesday. The deployment comes one day after separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi left Yemen for the United Arab Emirates.

Al-Zubaidi is a key figure in the Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group based in Aden. The STC has been involved in ongoing conflict with government forces in Yemen.

According to reports, the National Shield Forces were seen arriving in Aden on Tuesday, although details of their deployment and purpose are not yet clear. The presence of these forces is likely to increase pressure on the STC and its leader, al-Zubaidi.

Al-Zubaidi’s departure from Yemen for the UAE has been reported, but no further information is available on his current whereabouts or intentions. The reasons behind his decision to leave are not yet clear.

The deployment of the National Shield Forces in Aden marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Yemen. Further details will be provided as more information becomes available.

Source: Al Jazeera