Secessionist STC had de facto control over most of southern Yemen, but then squandered it by going too far.

Secessionist STC had de facto control over most of southern Yemen, but then squandered it by going too far.

Southern Transitional Council faces uncertain future amid internal divisions over plans to disband and leader in exile.

Southern Transitional Council's quest for an independent southern Yemen, marked by political struggles and military advances.