Satellite photos analyzed by The Associated Press reveal the construction of a mysterious airstrip on Abd al-Kuri Island in Yemen, which could serve as a key landing zone for military operations in the region. The airstrip is likely being built by the United Arab Emirates, which has been suspected of expanding its military presence in the area and supporting the Saudi-led war against the Houthi rebels. The completion of the airstrip could have implications for commercial shipping through the Gulf and Red Sea, as well as for weapons smuggling from Iran to the rebels. The situation in Yemen remains tense, and experts worry about a potential escalation of the conflict.