almotamar.net - The United Arab Emirates strongly condemned Friday the terrorist attack that targeted the Yemeni Ministry of Defense in Sana’a on Thursday and claimed lives of scores of Yemenis.

In a press statement carried by the state news agency (WAM), UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said that "The UAE strongly condemns this criminal act and reiterates its firm stance that rejects violence in all forms and manifestations."

He added that the UAE denounces in the strongest terms possible "this terrorist, coward and treacherous act, which contradicts all religious values and humanitarian principles."

Sheikh Abdullah expressed the UAE's deep sympathy and sincere condolences to the families of the victims, emphasizing solidarity with Yemen in its fight against terrorism.