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UAE Intercepts 1,000+ Iranian Attacks, Reaffirms Neutrality in Conflict

The United Arab Emirates has formally declared it is not involved in the conflict with Iran and has not allowed its territory to be used for attacks. The UAE Foreign Ministry revealed the country's armed forces have professionally intercepted and neutralized more than 1,000 Iranian attacks. It strongly condemned recent missile strikes targeting the UAE and Oman as a "dangerous escalation" and a violation of sovereignty, leading to the closure of its embassy in Tehran. The statement emphasized the UAE's legitimate right to self-defense while calling for journalistic responsibility and reliance on official sources.

Key Points: UAE Neutrality: Over 1,000 Iranian Attacks Intercepted

  • UAE not a party to Iran war
  • Over 1,000 attacks intercepted
  • Condemns strikes as sovereignty violation
  • Closed embassy in Tehran
  • Stresses right to self-defence
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UAE reaffirms neutrality, says over 1,000 Iranian attacks intercepted

UAE asserts neutrality in Iran conflict, reveals its forces intercepted over 1,000 attacks and condemns strikes on its territory as a dangerous escalation.

"Expanding the scope of these attacks to include sisterly and friendly nations is unacceptable - UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs"

Abu Dhabi, March 4

The United Arab Emirates has stated that it is not a party to Iran war and has not permitted the use of its territory, territorial waters, or airspace for any attack against Tehran, consistent with its long-standing policy of good neighbourliness, de-escalation, and its firm commitment to the Charter of the United Nations.

Furthermore, the UAE underscored that it retains its legitimate right to self-defence, as recognised under international law and the Charter of the United Nations.

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country has been subjected to more than 1000 attacks- a number exceeding the total faced by all other targeted countries combined- all of which were intercepted and neutralised by the UAE Armed Forces with the utmost professionalism, efficiency, and distinction.

In its statement, the UAE further stressed the importance of journalistic responsibility and the need to rely on official, credible sources before publishing or circulating inaccurate or misleading reports.

The conflict in the Middle East has entered its fourth day following the US and Israeli strikes on Iran that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, along with other key figures in the Persian Gulf country. In retaliation, Tehran has responded with counter-strikes targeting American military bases and other Israeli assets across the region.

Earlier on Monday, the United Arab Emirates strongly condemned Iranian missile attacks targeting both the UAE and the "sisterly" Sultanate of Oman, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and announcing the immediate closure of its embassy in Tehran along with the withdrawal of its ambassador and diplomatic staff.

In a statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Iranian attacks represented a "blatant violation of state sovereignty" and posed a direct threat to regional security and stability. The Ministry said that broadening the scope of the attacks to include "sisterly and friendly nations" was unacceptable.

"Expanding the scope of these attacks to include sisterly and friendly nations is unacceptable and condemned by all legal and political standards, and constitutes an unacceptable escalation that undermines de-escalation efforts and exacerbates regional tensions," it said.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Over 1000 attacks intercepted? That's an astonishing number and shows the scale of the threat. Our hearts go out to the large Indian diaspora living and working in the UAE. Their safety is paramount. 🙏 The government's call for responsible journalism is also spot on—so much misinformation spreads during conflicts.
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Aman W
While I understand the UAE's position, their statement feels a bit like trying to have it both ways. They are a key US ally in the region. True neutrality is hard when your security partnerships are so deep. Still, pulling diplomats is a strong signal to Iran.
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Sarah B
The economic implications are huge. A full-blown war in the Gulf would send oil prices through the roof and disrupt global trade. India imports so much from that region. Stability there is directly linked to stability in our own economy.
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Vikram M
The part about attacking "sisterly" Oman is significant. It shows Iran is willing to target neighbours who try to stay out of it. This is a worrying escalation for the entire subcontinent. Our foreign policy must be agile to handle this.
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Kavya N
As an Indian, my first thought is for the safety of our people there. The UAE has always been a second home for millions of us. Their armed forces seem highly capable, but no one wants to live under constant threat of attack. Hope for a swift de-escalation.

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