France reaffirmed its commitment to the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen, reports Anadolu.

“France is following the situation in Yemen with concern. In accordance with the statement of the United Nations Security Council of December 23, it reaffirms its commitment to the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen, as well as to the powers of the government and the Presidential Council”, says a statement from the Foreign Ministry.

The statement says that France supports ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at reaching a political solution.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday announced the end of its military presence in Yemen after the Presidential Leadership Council demanded the withdrawal of its forces within 24 hours.

The move came shortly after a “limited” airstrike by the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen that targeted two UAE-linked ships in the port of Mukalla in Yemen.

The attack came amid heightened tensions since the Southern Transitional Council (STC) took control of the eastern provinces of Hadramaut and Al-Mahra earlier this month following clashes with government forces.

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