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The geopolitical stakes extend beyond Yemen’s borders. The UAE’s backing of the STC indicates broader ambitions for regional influence, especially in establishing a foothold along the Red Sea. Conversely, Saudi Arabia’s cautious approach, including diplomatic efforts and limited military responses, suggests reluctance for a full-scale escalation yet leaves open the possibility of future intervention.
The internal divide inside Yemen also complicates matters, as neither side appears interested in a genuine reconciliation. The Houthis, for their part, are watching from afar, possibly gleeful at the chaos that minimizes their own direct conflict and solidifies their control over much of the north.