Yemen Conflict Escalates as UAE Pulls Troops, Saudi Naval Forces Actively Engaged
Government claimed to have reclaimed al-Khasha'a military camp.
Southern Transitional Council moved into Hadramout and Mahra after December rift.
United Arab Emirates announced troop pullout from the region.
STC official accused Saudi Arabia of misleading and launching air strikes.
Saudi naval forces conducted inspections and combat smuggling in Arabian Sea.
Governor denied it was a declaration of war, but casualty status is unclear.
Hadramout's oil production and border with Saudi Arabia make it strategically important.
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