AlQaeda Yemen releases new 37min spy film "Secrets, Dangers and Departure of the Best". Implies huge pressure on AQAP from informers and drones. Spies exposed seem relaxed and talk freely (in present tense) on how they work

Saudi-led coalition allowed 4 cranes to be installed at al Hudaydah port in Yemen. The coalition announced it would keep the port open for 30 days on 19 DEC. Still an open question if the coalition will allow the port to remain open. Hudaydah is crucial for millions of Yemenis

IED explosion near Al-Salam Hotel in Seiyun city Wadi Hadramout this morning destroyed a car, damaged homes and shops, and injured at least one civilian. Reportedly targeted a passing military vehicle. Yemen