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UAE fires back at Iran after Tehran links Abu Dhabi to Middle East aggression
International
Published on 15 May 2026
Iran claimed American bases endanger UAE security
The UAE has rejected Iran’s accusations that Abu Dhabi plays an active role in the Middle East war, calling Tehran’s narrative an attempt to justify Iranian terrorist attacks. After Iran’s foreign minister told a Telegram audience that the UAE is a partner in aggression and warned that U.S. bases can’t ensure security, UAE minister Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar said the country has faced repeated attacks. He cited about 3,000 missile and drone strikes and stressed the UAE can deter aggression without external protection.
- UAE formally rejected Iran’s claims of UAE involvement in regional conflict
- UAE says it has faced repeated Iranian terrorist attacks
- UAE cites about 3,000 ballistic and cruise missile and drone attacks
- Iran’s foreign minister said U.S. and Israel cannot guarantee security
- UAE said it can deter aggression and will defend sovereignty and territory
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