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UAE statement on current events in Yemen
The United Arab Emirates expressed its deep regret regarding the statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which contained fundamental inaccuracies concerning the UAE's role in the ongoing events in the Republic of Yemen.
According to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the UAE categorically rejects any attempt to implicate it in the tensions between Yemeni parties and condemns the allegations that it pressured or directed any Yemeni party to carry out military operations that threaten the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or target its borders.
The UAE affirmed its unwavering commitment to the security and stability of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its full respect for its sovereignty and national security, and its rejection of any actions that threaten the Kingdom's security or the security of the region. The UAE believes that the fraternal and historical relations between the two countries constitute a fundamental pillar of regional stability, and that it is always keen to maintain full coordination with its brothers in the Kingdom.
The UAE emphasized that its position since the beginning of the events in the Hadramawt and Al-Mahra governorates has been to work towards containing the situation, supporting de-escalation efforts, and pushing for understandings that contribute to maintaining security and stability and protecting civilians, in coordination with its brothers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Regarding the statement issued by the military spokesperson for the Coalition Forces concerning the military operation in the port of Mukalla, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms its complete rejection of the allegations related to fueling the Yemeni conflict, and that the aforementioned statement was issued without consulting the member states of the Coalition.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that the shipment in question did not contain any weapons, and that the vehicles that were unloaded were not intended for any Yemeni party, but rather were shipped for use by the UAE forces operating in Yemen. The Ministry stressed that the claims circulating in this regard do not reflect the true nature or purpose of the shipment.
The Ministry noted that there had been high-level coordination between the UAE and its brothers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia regarding these vehicles, and an agreement that the vehicles would not leave the port. However, the UAE was surprised by the targeting of these vehicles in the port of Mukalla.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that the UAE's presence in Yemen came at the invitation of the legitimate Yemeni government and within the framework of the Arab Coalition led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the aim of supporting the restoration of legitimacy and combating terrorism, while fully respecting the sovereignty of the Republic of Yemen. The Ministry notes that the UAE has made significant sacrifices since the start of the Coalition's operations and has supported the brotherly Yemeni people at various stages.
The Ministry indicates that these developments raise legitimate questions about how to address them and their repercussions, at a time that requires the highest levels of coordination, restraint, and wisdom, while taking into account the existing security challenges and threats associated with terrorist groups, including Al-Qaeda, the Houthis, and the Muslim Brotherhood. This is all within the framework of international efforts aimed at combating terrorism and extremism and enhancing opportunities for de-escalation and stability.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms that dealing with these recent developments must be done responsibly and in a manner that prevents escalation, based on reliable facts and existing coordination among the concerned parties, in a way that preserves security and stability, safeguards common interests, and contributes to supporting the political solution and ending the crisis in Yemen.
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