“Defense” announces the termination of the remaining anti-terrorism teams in Yemen of its own volition

With reference to the statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates today, Tuesday, 12/30/2025, regarding the current events in the Republic of Yemen, and the facts it contains regarding the presence of the UAE Armed Forces in Yemen within the framework of the Arab Coalition to Support Legitimacy.

The Ministry of Defense confirms that the UAE has participated within the Arab coalition since 2015 in support of legitimacy in Yemen, and to support international efforts in combating terrorist organizations, and to achieve the security and stability of brotherly Yemen, and the people of the Emirates have made great sacrifices in order to achieve these goals.

The Ministry of Defense indicates that the UAE Armed Forces ended their military presence in the Republic of Yemen in 2019 after completing the tasks specified within the agreed upon official frameworks, while the remaining presence was limited to specialized teams within the efforts to combat terrorism and in coordination with the relevant international partners.

In view of recent developments and the possible repercussions they may have on the safety and effectiveness of counter-terrorism missions, the Ministry of Defense announces the termination of the remaining counter-terrorism teams in Yemen of its own volition, in a way that guarantees the safety of its members, and in coordination with the relevant partners.

The Ministry of Defense confirms that this measure comes within the framework of a comprehensive assessment of the requirements of this stage, and in line with the UAE’s commitments and its role in supporting the security and stability of the region.