U.S. pledges to assist Yemen's coast guard forces SANAA, Oct 17 (KUNA) -- U.S. Central Command Chief General Tommy Franks affirmed his country's intention to assist Yemen in protecting its coasts and face terrorist acts.
In a press statement, Franks hailed the efforts exerted by Yemen within the framework of the international coalition against terrorism, noting the long Yemeni coasts and the need for assisting the Yemeni coast guards.
Franks who arrived here Thursday stated that the U.S. provided Yemen with a number of boats and held training courses for coast guard officers.
A French tanker was attacked alongside the Yemeni coasts on October 6. (end) yh.ge KUNA 171924 Oct 02NNNN