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Tens of thousands gathered in Seiyun on Sunday to support the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC) declaring an independent 'South Arabia,' backing its recent military advances into Hadramaut and Al-Mahrah to secure against Houthi smuggling and Islah influence. The rally followed STC's 'Operation Promising Future,' which seized key bases, buildings, and oil sites from Saudi-backed forces, with participants calling it a 'popular referendum' and leaders hinting at statehood. While STC frames the actions as anti-terrorism protection, Saudi Arabia warned of consequences, Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council condemned the moves as chaotic, and critics questioned crowd turnout amid tribal wariness of separatism. Thousands rallied again in Mukalla on Monday, underscoring fractures in southern Yemen over unity and control of vital oil fields.

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Crowds in Seiyun climbed atop armored vehicles, once symbols of northern repression, waving pre-unification flags and chanting for restored borders.

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South Africa's Special Investigating Unit revealed on February 23, 2026, how four officials earning under R25,000 monthly amassed R16.3 million from over 2,000 fraudulent visas and permits, part of a R181 million corruption web. They approved applications without checks for bribes of R500 to R3,000, hiding funds via spouses' accounts, ghost SIM e-wallets, and small cash deposits that evaded bank flags. High-profile cases included fake permits for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Pastor Timothy Omotoso; Home Affairs has fired 20 staff and aims to revoke thousands of documents while pursuing recoveries.

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Low-paid government workers at Home Affairs turned visas into a lucrative side hustle, raking in millions through WhatsApp deals and sneaky bank transfers.

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During a February 24, 2026, House subcommittee hearing, National Endowment for Democracy President Damon Wilson testified that his group provided Starlink terminals to activists in Iran during January's violent unrest, triggered by inflation, water shortages, and hijab laws. Amid a government internet blackout, around 200 terminals helped information flow in and out, building on years of preparation with thousands smuggled since 2022. Rep. Frankel's interruption drew online scrutiny, with critics labeling NED a CIA front while supporters praised its democracy work; death tolls ranged widely from 3,000 to over 17,000.

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As Damon Wilson detailed secure communications for Iranian activists amid deadly riots, Rep. Lois Frankel cut him off: 'We'd better not talk about it.' The moment underscored the sensitive stakes of U.S. support.

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On Sunday, thousands filled the streets of Aden and spilled into Abyan province for open-ended sit-ins, urging Southern Transitional Council leader Aidros al-Zubaydi to declare a second independence like in 1967. The protests follow STC forces' quick advances last week into oil-rich Hadramout, including Seiyun, where they raised the southern flag. STC governs much of the south with UAE support amid Yemen's civil war, but no declaration has come yet as critics warn of escalation and strain on fragile truces.

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Crowds packed Al-Orudh Square, waving the old South Yemen flag and chanting for self-determination under UN watch. Women joined in large numbers, carrying banners that reject unity with the north.

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South Africa's Special Investigating Unit revealed on February 23, 2026, how four officials earning under R25,000 monthly amassed R16.3 million from over 2,000 fraudulent visas and permits, part of a R181 million corruption web. They approved applications without checks for bribes of R500 to R3,000, hiding funds via spouses' accounts, ghost SIM e-wallets, and small cash deposits that evaded bank flags. High-profile cases included fake permits for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Pastor Timothy Omotoso; Home Affairs has fired 20 staff and aims to revoke thousands of documents while pursuing recoveries.

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Low-paid government workers at Home Affairs turned visas into a lucrative side hustle, raking in millions through WhatsApp deals and sneaky bank transfers.

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Numerous Jewish individuals and organizations, including Yisrael Official, Jüdische Allgemeine, Campaign Against Antisemitism, and Chabad Lubavitch HQ, posted greetings for Shabbat Shalom featuring traditional elements such as lit candles, braided challah bread, and wine goblets. The posts emphasize bringing light and peace into homes, with some including prayers for Israeli soldiers and expressions of solidarity like Am Yisrael Chai. Visuals and messages highlight the observance of Shabbat, a weekly day of rest beginning at sunset on Friday.

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