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Yemen declares state of emergency, orders withdrawal of UAE troops

The Saudi-backed government in Sana'a declared a state of emergency, halting cross-border movements and closing ports. It ordered out UAE forces supporting secessionists in the south. The UAE complied within hours. The dispute threatens peace talks with the Iran-backed Houthis.

December 30, 2025 at 14:37

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