Speaking on the situation in Yemen, he said, "We also regard the restoration of full control of Bab AI-Mandab by the coalition forces and the Yemeni people yesterday and defeating the rebels, as another military success in securing this vital sea lane. It further marks the end of the control of the rebels and their supporters, while demonstrating their weakening presence in other strategic areas in Yemen." "We seek, with the international community, to restore the political process in Yemen in accordance with the agreed parameters, most importantly the GCC initiative and its implementation mechanism." He affirmed the UAE's continued support for the Arab coalition led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its commitment to enhancing the capacity of the Yemeni people to restore stability. He said the UAE is committed to supporting humanitarian efforts in Yemen. On Libya, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed expressed the UAE's deep concern regarding the ongoing tension and instability in Libya, which represent a major threat to security and stability in the region. The UAE stresses the need to lift the ban imposed on the capabilities of the elected Libyan Government to enable it to fight Daesh and other terrorist organizations and respond to trans-boundary threats. On Syria, the UAE foreign minister said the Security Council must fulfill its principal mandate and reach a consensus on a settlement for the Syrian crisis to ensure a political transition and the formation of a new government, which encompasses all components of the Syrian society. He also stressed the importance of the international community continuing to deliver humanitarian aid to the Syrian people. "The UAE affirms its humanitarian commitment to supporting the Syrian people and alleviating their suffering," H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed said. --More 20:39 LOCAL TIME 17:39 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w