Yemens separatist group faces likely dissolution amid ongoing conflict
January 9, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Yemen’s Separatist Group Dissolves Amid Expected Outcome
The Southern Transitional Council (STC), a separatist group from southern Yemen, has announced its dissolution. According to Abdulaziz Alghashian, an adjunct professor at Naif Arab University, the development was anticipated.
Alghashian stated that the dissolution of the STC was inevitable due to various factors. He did not elaborate on the specific reasons behind this conclusion.
The STC had been a prominent force in southern Yemen since its formation in 2017. The group’s dissolution marks an important shift in the region’s political landscape.
Details regarding the circumstances surrounding the STC’s decision to dissolve are not yet available. It is unclear what steps will be taken by the group or its members moving forward.
The dissolution of the STC has sparked interest among observers and analysts, who will likely continue to monitor developments in southern Yemen. Further information on this topic will be provided as it becomes available.
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Source: Al Jazeera