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Reuters quoted a Saudi source as saying that the Yemeni government imposed restrictions on air traffic to and from Abu Dhabi and Dubai in an effort to de-escalate tensions, while the transport minister of the Southern Transitional Council refused to comply with the decision and issued an order to halt all flights, before deciding to close Aden airport.

Yemen protest in Socotra demands that Saudi Arabia forces leave the island

The Yemeni Ministry of Transport in Aden: We are surprised and condemn Saudi Arabia's procedures for subjecting all international flights passing through Jeddah Airport to inspection.

The Yemeni Ministry of Transport and Aviation expresses its surprise and condemnation of sudden Saudi measures concerning flights at Aden Airport. The Ministry denounces the Saudi decision regarding flights arriving from the UAE to Aden, asserting that it will exacerbate the suffering of Yemenis. The Ministry states that the Saudi decision is in complete contradiction with international laws and the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which aim to facilitate air transport between countries worldwide. The Ministry demands an end to the air blockade imposed on the Yemeni people, a reversal of the new measures, and a return to the previous vehicles that have been in place for years.

The Minister of Transport in the Transitional Council: We received a memorandum from the coalition demanding that international flights passing through Jeddah airport be subject to inspection.

UAE troops have pulled out of Murrah Military Base in Shabwah Governorate, a key hub previously used by the UAE to manage its operations

All flights at STC-held Aden International Airport were canceled, except for flights to Jeddah and Riyadh. Sky News reports that Saudi Arabia has requested the inspection of aircraft traveling to and from Aden Airport via Saudi Arabia’s Bisha Airport

The coalition: The Emirati side moved vehicles and containers from the port of Mukalla to Al-Rayyan base without informing us.

Coalition spokesperson: The two ships entered the port of Mukalla in violation of the procedures followed in such cases.

The Sultanate of Oman: We are following developments in Yemen and call for restraint and wisdom.

The Yemeni Ministry of Transport stated that the airstrike carried out by coalition forces disrupted operations at the port of Mukalla and disturbed public order in a densely populated area.

The Saudi Cabinet, chaired by the King, stated: We hope the UAE will cease all military and financial support for the Southern Transitional Council.

Saudi airstrikes targeted a military convoy belonging to the Hadrami Elite Forces in the Al-Akda area, east of Ghayl Bin Yamin district.

The UAE Ministry of Defense announces the end of its remaining military presence in Yemen.

Unverified videos show raids by @STCSouthArabia-backed forces in Ghayl Bin Yameen, Hadramawt, eastern Yemen, alongside unconfirmed reports of Saudi @modgovksa RSAF airstrikes targeting the convoys (most likely low flyovers and sonic booms)

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We express our deep regret regarding what was stated in the Saudi statement and the fundamental inaccuracies it contained about our role in the events in Yemen.

The UAE firmly rejects the baseless allegations concerning its involvement in the tension between the Yemeni parties, and dismisses the claims about exerting pressure or directing any Yemeni party to carry out military operations that undermine the security of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or target its borders.” — UAE Foreign Ministry.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that responsible action and coordination among all concerned parties are necessary to support the political solution and end the crisis in Yemen.

United Arab Emirates: We were surprised by the air raid that targeted the port of Mukalla

STC–affiliated forces entered residential neighborhoods of Ghayl Bin Yamin in Hadramout, amid reports of home raids and the intimidation of civilians, triggering widespread fear and distress among local residents.

The Yemeni Deputy Minister of Youth told Al-Araby TV: The UAE deviated from the goal of establishing the coalition to support legitimacy and supported military arms in Yemen.

Saudi-led coalition says it carried out ‘limited’ airstrike at Yemen’s Mukalla port, targeting weapons and combat vehicles unloaded from two ships that arrived from UAE port of Fujairah. Saudi Arabia warned UAE, citing pressure on STC forces and security risks near its southern border. Yemen’s leadership responded by canceling joint defense agreement with UAE, declaring 90-day state of emergency, imposing 72-hour air and land closure, and demanding withdrawal of Emirati forces within 24 hours

Four members of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council PLC are set to release a joint statement on recent developments in the country, with particular focus on the Saudi airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Hadramout province

Saudi airstrikes hit Yemen’s Mukalla Port, targeting ships from the UAE carrying armored vehicles and weapons for UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists. Tensions between Saudi-backed and UAE-backed forces have escalated sharply after pro-UAE forces seized large parts of eastern Yemen, ignoring Saudi warnings and even a recent warning airstrike.

Yemeni Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Sagheer bin Aziz: Saudi Arabia, alongside the Chairman of the PLC, exerted significant efforts to contain recent developments (in Hadramout and Al-Mahara) through dialogue and restraint. However, when reason fails on the other side, tougher measures become inevitable

The Saudi-led Coalition called for the evacuation of Al-Mukalla Port in the coast of Hadramawt "to protect civilians ahead of a military operation."

Saudi aircraft dropped flares over Seiyun Airport in Hadramout governorate moments ago

Yemen's Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi warns that any Israeli presence in Somaliland would be considered a military target following Israel's recognition of the territory

President Al-Alimi: The "Southern Transitional Council" must withdraw from Hadramawt and Al-Mahra and hand over the camps to the Homeland Shield Forces.

Separatists in southern Yemen accused Saudi Arabia on Friday of targeting their forces with airstrikes, something not immediately acknowledged by the kingdom after it warned the forces to withdraw from governorates they recently took over