UAE to disband counterterrorism units in Yemen following Saudi-led military action

United Arab Emirates Announces Withdrawal of Counterterrorism Units from Yemen

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that it will be withdrawing all its counterterrorism units from Yemen. The decision comes after a Saudi-led coalition launched air strikes on a port in southern Yemen.

According to reports, the UAE had been operating counterterrorism units in Yemen as part of its efforts to combat separatist movements in the region. However, Riyadh has accused Abu Dhabi of shipping weapons and military vehicles to aid these separatist groups, an allegation that the UAE denies.

The withdrawal of the counterterrorism units is reportedly a response to the Saudi-led coalition’s actions in Yemen. Details on when exactly the units will be withdrawn are not yet available.

It is worth noting that the situation in Yemen remains complex, with multiple parties involved and competing interests at play. The involvement of various countries, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia, has contributed to the ongoing conflict in the region.

The withdrawal of the counterterrorism units marks a significant development in the ongoing crisis in Yemen. Further information on the implications of this move is expected as it becomes available.

Source: Al Jazeera