Southern Transitional Council Claims Control Over Southern Yemen Amidst Power Shift
The Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group in Yemen, has declared broad control over the southern part of the country, including the port city of Aden. This development follows a military operation named 'Promising Future,' which has seen the STC extend its presence across all southern provinces. The STC, backed by the United Arab Emirates, seeks greater autonomy for the south, which was an independent state until 1990. The group's actions have led to the departure of senior figures from other groups in Aden, including the head of the eight-member body acting in place of a president and the prime minister. The STC's advance marks a significant shift in control in southern Yemen, challenging the Saudi-backed government's authority. 
