Hundreds of international tourists are stranded on the remote island of Socotra after flights were suspended due to escalating violence between rival armed groups in Yemen. The island, renowned for its unique wildlife and dramatic landscapes, has seen over 400 visitors from various countries unable to leave, as local authorities declared a state of emergency and halted all travel. The conflict involves factions backed by the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, whose recent clashes have disrupted the usually steady flow of tourists to the island. Embassies are now working to evacuate their citizens, while local officials urge for the airport to be kept out of the ongoing political turmoil.