Yemen declares state of emergency after UAE-backed separatists capture territory

Yemen declares state of emergency after UAE-backed separatists capture territory

RIYADH, Dec 30 — Yemen’s presidential council leader declared a state of emergency on Tuesday and terminated a security agreement with the United Arab Emirates after Abu Dhabi-backed separatists took control of large areas of territory.

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RIYADH, Dec 30 — Yemen’s presidential council leader declared a state of emergency on Tuesday and terminated a security agreement with the United Arab Emirates after Abu Dhabi-backed separatists took control of large areas of territory.

“The Joint Defence Agreement with the United Arab Emirates is hereby cancelled,” the statement said, while a separate decree imposed a 90-day state of emergency, including a 72-hour air, sea, and land blockade. — AFP

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