Escalating Tensions: Saudi Forces Target Key Yemeni City Amid UAE Fallout

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Saudi-backed forces have intensified their efforts to secure the southern Yemeni city of Aden following accusations against the UAE for aiding the escape of separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi. The Saudi-led coalition claims al-Zubaidi fled to Somaliland and then to Abu Dhabi, prompting military mobilization by the National Shield Forces to regain control over southern provinces. This conflict underscores the deepening rift between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, which have historically supported opposing factions in Yemen. The situation escalated with Saudi airstrikes on UAE shipments and a demand for UAE forces to withdraw within 24 hours. The Yemeni government has labeled al-Zubaidi's actions as