In Socotra, the coalition-backed Aden government’s claim of sovereignty over the province is dismissed as a political ploy by media activist Abdul Jabbar bin Ahmed Al-Soqtri. He reveals that the government’s supposed control does not reflect the harsh reality faced by the island’s residents.

According to Al-Soqtri, the people of Socotra are bearing the burden of high travel costs and facing exploitation in terms of weights and prices at airports in Aden and Mukalla. He stresses that the government’s actions serve only the interests of conflicting parties, leaving the citizens of Socotra as victims of neglect and ignorance.

Ultimately, Al-Soqtri argues that the idea of sovereignty over Socotra is merely a political game played out during crises, with the island’s inhabitants suffering the consequences. The situation highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in governance.