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Civil war rivals vie for Yemen's strategic Socotra island

Despite stepping back from its military role in Yemen, UAE influence remains strong in the country's south, especially on Socotra island.

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A woman sits on the road to Homhil on the island of Socotra, Nov. 21, 2013. — REUTERS/Mohamed al-Sayaghi

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