Aden — A joint Saudi and Emirati delegation arrived in the southern port city of Aden late Friday evening to spearhead efforts aimed at calming tensions in Yemen’s eastern provinces, according to media sources.

The visit comes amid heightened political and security frictions in the region, where competing local forces have vied for influence in recent months. Observers say the delegation’s presence reflects a renewed push by Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to stabilize the situation and prevent further escalation.

Sources noted that the team is expected to hold consultations with local authorities and military leaders to coordinate de-escalation measures and reinforce security arrangements.

The move underscores the broader role of the Saudi-Emirati coalition in shaping developments across Yemen, particularly as eastern governorates have witnessed growing instability and rivalries among armed groups.