The UAE’s stance in Yemen has been hailed in a local newspaper. According to national news agency WAM, an article in the Al Omanaa, titled "Thank You Very Much UAE", praises the Arab coalition’s support of Yemen’s legitimate government. The writer, Abdullah Salim Madram, also highlighted the aid provided by the UAE, including food and medicine items, and the restoration of power grids and water services in Aden. He also praised the Yemeni president for renaming a number of streets in the country after Emirati martyrs.