# Security and port control measures in Hadramaut

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/security-and-port-control-measures-in-hadramaut
> Updated: 2026-08-27T10:35:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In Hadramaut, Governor Salem Ahmed al-Khanbashi has ordered urgent measures to tighten state control over all land, sea, and air ports. The directive aims to close illegal crossings and enhance oversight to prevent the smuggling of weapons, dual-use equipment, money, and goods, specifically to combat the war economy and prevent prohibited materials from reaching Houthi-controlled areas.

Concurrently, the Hadramaut Security Committee has issued warnings against illegal mobilization and public gatherings. The committee described certain social media calls for assembly as “suspicious and provocative,” stating that legal action will be taken against those attempting to disrupt order, block roads, or damage property.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Hadramaut Security Committee warns against illegal mobilization

The Hadramaut Security Committee warned against illegal mobilization and provocative social media calls, vowing to prosecute those attempting to disrupt public security or damage property.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hadramaut-security-committee-warns-against-illegal-mobilization

### 2026-08-27: Hadramaut Governor orders crackdown on smuggling and port control

Hadramaut Governor Salem al-Khanbashi has ordered urgent measures to tighten control over all ports to combat smuggling of weapons, goods, and funds, following directives from Yemen's Presidential Leadership.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hadramaut-governor-orders-crackdown-on-smuggling-and-port-control

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