Saudi Arabia Bombs Yemen Port, Warns UAE of "Extremely Dangerous" Actions

• Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes on Yemen's Mukalla port, targeting a weapons shipment for the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC).
• Riyadh accused two ships from UAE's Fujairah of disabling tracking and unloading weapons for separatists, calling UAE's actions "extremely dangerous."
• The strike marks a significant escalation in tensions between long-time allies Saudi Arabia and the UAE over influence in southern Yemen.
• Mukalla was recently seized by STC from Saudi-backed forces, highlighting the growing rift and competition.
• Analysts warn this escalation could further strain Saudi-UAE ties and destabilize the anti-Houthi front and the Red Sea region.

Why It Matters: Saudi Arabia's airstrike on Mukalla port signals a dangerous escalation in its rift with the UAE over Yemen.