Yemen's anti-Houthi forces declared a state of emergency and a 72-hour ban on border crossings, airports, and seaports following Saudi Arabian airstrikes on Mukalla port. Riyadh stated the strikes targeted an arms shipment intended for UAE-backed separatists, specifically the Southern Transitional Council (STC). Yemen's Saudi-backed presidential council head accused the UAE of undermining state authority and cancelled a defense pact with the Emirates, demanding their withdrawal within 24 hours.