Saudi Arabia conducted airstrikes against UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) positions in southern Yemen, escalating tensions. The strikes targeted STC-controlled areas in Hadramout governorate, where STC forces had previously clashed with Saudi-backed units. Government-aligned forces reported retaking key military bases. These actions occur as Saudi Arabia pushes for dialogue to de-escalate violence near its border, highlighting a significant strain in relations between Riyadh and the STC.