A former Guantanamo detainee who later became an Al-Qaida operative surrendered on Saturday to security authorities, local media reported.
Ali Husayn Abdullah Al-Tays was member of Al-Qaeda and ex-detainee in Guantanamo gave up to Yemen's security authorities and showed readiness to cooperate with the government, according to the same sources.
Earlier this month, another Al-Qaeda operative, Jomaan Safian, surrendered to authorities in Al-Jawf province. Safian reportedly harbored dozens of foreign Al-Qaeda operatives and provided financial l support to the organization.
So far, dozens of security officers have lost their lives du to the recent process carried out by the Yemeni authorities.
Currently, Yemen is working closely with regional and international allies to step up efforts to train and equip Yemeni forces. It also said it will remain committed to fight against Al-Qaeda in the Yemen's land.