The UAE on Friday reaffirmed its commitment to de-escalation and confirmed the conclusion of its counter-terrorism presence in Yemen.
"Over the past decade, the UAE acted at the request of the legitimate Yemeni government and the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and within the Saudi-led coalition, making substantial sacrifices to support Yemen’s stability and security - particularly in confronting terrorist organisations that threaten civilians and the wider region," a UAE government official said.
"In line with its approach of urging calm and de-escalation, the UAE concluded the presence of its counter-terrorism forces," added the official, in a statement shared with The National.
The UAE on Tuesday announced the withdrawal of all remaining counter-terrorism teams from Yemen, hours aft
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