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Four years on, January 17 stands as test the UAE passed

Unity, leadership and diplomacy turned a terrorist attack into national strength

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The events of January 17 constituted a true test of the UAE’s resolve, its geopolitical weight in the region, and its international standing.

Emirati Resolve as a doctrine of security and stability

How values-driven statecraft shapes the UAE’s security, humanitarian and regional role

On the military and strategic level, the UAE played a pivotal role in liberating the city of Aden, followed by Abyan, Lahij, and Shabwa governorates, preventing the collapse of southern Yemen into Houthi control.

UAE marks four years since January 17 Houthi attack

The annual commemoration transforms memory into purpose, reaffirming collective strength

The occasion stresses that the UAE stands as one people, united behind its leadership and national institutions, determined to protect its security while continuing its development journey without fear or hesitation.

UAE observes ‘Day of Solidarity’ to mark Houthi attack

Day commemorates UAE’s steadfast response to past threats and reinforces national unity

Events and campaigns honour resilience after the 2022 Houthi militia attack on Abu Dhabi.

ECSSR hosts seminar on UAE unity and determination

Seminar recalls UAE unity and strength after the 2022 Houthi attack

The ECSSR seminar recalled the UAE unity and strength after the 2022 Houthi attack.

Yemen: Wisdom over noise in times of regional crisis

Why the UAE’s approach to Yemen reflects strategic restraint and foresight

Cars drive through a street in Aden on December 31, 2025.

UAE urges Yemen to prioritise wisdom, halt escalation

Brotherly Yemeni people urged to prioritise wisdom, work to ensure security, stability

UAE stresses the importance of de-escalation, giving precedence to dialogue over confrontation.

UAE announces Armed Forces’ return from Yemen

UAE completes troop withdrawal from Yemen

Ministry of Defence announces completion of UAE Armed Forces’ return from Yemen

UAE ends Yemen counter-terrorism mission citing safety

Decision follows recent developments affecting mission safety and effectiveness

UAE cites safety and operational considerations in ending Yemen counter-terrorism role

UAE committed to stability amid tensions, says Gargash

UAE continues to prioritise stability and reasoned leadership, Gargash says

Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash

UAE hails prisoners, detainees exchange deal in Yemen

UAE supports Yemen peace with prisoner exchange agreement

UAE backs regional stability with Yemen prisoner deal

UAE allocates $1b to support energy sector in Yemen

Aid reflects nation’s steadfast commitment to providing dignified life for Yemenis

Ali Alshimmari, Managing Director and CEO of Global South Utilities (GSU), said the UAE’s new $1 billion investment portfolio in Yemen will help provide between two and three million homes with clean energy through solar and wind projects. Illustrative image.

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