[20/02/2026 06:16]

ADEN-SABA
A senior official in the Presidential Leadership Council has condemned recent attempts to disrupt state institutions in Aden, describing them as "acts of incitement" and "armed mobilization" by elements outside the law.

The statement came after violent clashes in Aden resulted in casualties, just as the new government began outlining its priorities to improve services and living conditions in liberated areas.

The official emphasized that security forces had exercised maximum restraint in dealing with the unrest, and that those responsible for inciting and financing the violence would be held accountable.

The statement also warned against any attempts to undermine state institutions or use protests as a means to achieve illegitimate political goals, saying such actions would be met with firmness.

The government sees the timing of the unrest as suspicious, coinciding with improvements in services and preparations for a southern conference sponsored by Saudi Arabia.

The source said certain regional forces are seeking to create chaos and undermine national unity against the Houthi threat.

It called on citizens to cooperate with security forces and reject calls for chaos from elements backed by external parties.

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