Aden, the interim capital of Yemen, hosted a high-level security meeting on Thursday, June 27th, 2024, chaired by Aidarous al-Zubaidi, a member of the Presidential Leadership Council and head of the Southern Transitional Council (STC). The meeting was attended by Defense Minister Mahsen al-Daeri, representing the internationally recognized government.

Al-Zubaidi emphasized the importance of intensified efforts and coordination among security and military agencies. He directed authorities to respond "firmly and seriously" to any threats, ensuring the protection of citizens and bolstering security and stability across the country.

He further stressed the need for enhanced cooperation with international and regional partners in training and development to improve the capabilities of security forces, enabling them to effectively carry out their duties.

The security committee received a briefing from al-Daeri on the security situation in liberated provinces, outlining current challenges faced by security forces and the measures taken to strengthen security and stability, ensuring public peace.

The meeting also reviewed security reports from relevant agencies, analyzing the activities of terrorist organizations like Al-Qaeda, ISIS, and the Houthi militia. The committee discussed counter-terrorism measures, highlighting achievements in confronting extremist groups, as presented by the head of the counter-terrorism agency.

Discussions extended to the country's economic situation, its impact on military and security conditions, overall stability, and the reopening of roads connecting liberated and non-liberated areas, along with related procedures.

The high-level security committee addressed a range of security issues within the country, outlining precautionary measures to address these challenges, prevent their recurrence, and ensure regular bi-weekly meetings to monitor developments, address security concerns, and swiftly resolve issues.

The meeting comes days after the reopening of two roads in Taiz and Marib provinces and coincides with the Central Bank of Yemen's decision to relocate the headquarters of major banks from Sana'a to Aden, abolish the old currency, and amidst speculation of a potential escalation in fighting after nearly two years of fragile truce.