United Arab Emirates ambassador to the UN Lana Nusseibeh affirmed on Tuesday that her country seeks to continue de-escalating tensions with Iran, despite increasing attacks by Tehran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen. “Over the past year or two, we have focused heavily on the path of de-escalation in the region, on reducing tension, and reaching out to various players and partners in the region,” Nusseibeh told CNN. “We will continue on the track of de-escalation and diplomacy, but at the same time, we reserve the right to fully defend ourselves.”@UAEMissionToUN Amb. Lana Nusseibeh speaks to @b…