Southern Transitional Council pushes for independence with new constitution

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Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) announced a new constitution for "South Arabia," signaling a renewed push for independence from northern Yemen. The STC, formed in 2017, aims to re-establish a separate southern state. Despite integration into the Yemeni government via the Riyadh Agreement, ongoing dissatisfaction has led to recurring clashes and a struggle to maintain gains. The group's reliance on the UAE and the Saudi-backed Yemeni government has complicated its pursuit of autonomy, with recent territorial gains proving short-lived.


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