Diplomatic Tensions Escalate: Saudi Plane Denied Entry to Aden

Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Yemen reported that Aidarus Al-Zubaidi, leader of Yemen's Southern Transitional Council, blocked a Saudi delegation's plane from landing in Aden. This move led to the closure of air traffic at Aden airport, a crucial hub for regions not under Houthi control.

Diplomatic tensions flared as Aidarus Al-Zubaidi, the leader of Yemen's UAE-supported Southern Transitional Council, denied landing rights to a Saudi Arabian delegation in Aden.

According to Saudi Arabia's ambassador, Mohammed Al-Jaber, Zubaidi's directives forced the closure of Aden airport to incoming flights.

The halt affected Yemen's principal international airport serving areas outside Houthi control, significantly impacting travel and logistics.

(With inputs from agencies.)