Southern Yemen faces a prolonged struggle over power and influence between Saudi Arabia and the STC, with its future depending on a political settlement that accommodates competing southern interests.

Hemedti is forming a parallel government and a “new army” in Sudan amid defections and allegations of foreign support, but it remains unrecognized and unlikely to shift the war’s balance.

“Israel–UAE” ties have evolved into a deep military partnership involving joint operations, intelligence sharing, and integrated defense cooperation against Iran.

The April 28, 2026 Jeddah summit exposed deep divisions among Gulf Cooperation Council states, highlighting the limits of collective security and the absence of a unified, decisive strategy.

The UAE has coordinated digital campaigns, far-right alliances, and media influence to target Muslims in Europe and shape Western narratives.