World condemns Iranian terrorist attacks on UAE

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, condemning the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilian sites and facilities in the UAE.

His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani noted that the attacks constitute a violation of the UAE’s sovereignty and a threat to its security, stability and territorial integrity. He affirmed Qatar’s full solidarity with the UAE and its support for all measures taken to safeguard its security.

The two sides discussed the escalating developments and their serious implications for regional and international stability, as well as their impact on freedom of navigation, energy security and the global economy.

Meanwhile, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan also received a phone call from His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during which he condemned the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE, noting that they constitute a violation of the country's sovereignty and of international law, and undermine regional security and stability.

His Royal Highness affirmed Saudi Arabia's solidarity with the UAE and its support for all measures it takes to safeguard its security, stability and the safety of its people.

The two sides discussed the escalating developments and their serious implications for regional and international security and stability.

The Muslim World League (MWL) has condemned the Iranian attack targeting civilian and economic facilities in the United Arab Emirates.

In a statement issued by its General Secretariat, Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the MWL and Chairman of the Organisation of Muslim Scholars, denounced the criminal Iranian attacks, which violate all religious values and international and humanitarian laws and norms.

He stressed full solidarity with the United Arab Emirates in all measures it takes to safeguard its security, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens and residents.

Jordan on Monday condemned the brutal Iranian attacks on the UAE, which targeted civilian sites and facilities.

The Kingdom affirmed its rejection and denunciation of these attacks, which represent a flagrant violation of the UAE's sovereignty, a dangerous escalation, and a threat to its security, stability, and territorial integrity.

In a statement, the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates affirmed Jordan's absolute solidarity with the United Arab Emirates in the face of Iranian aggression, standing by its side in all steps it takes to protect its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its citizens and residents.

Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC), has expressed the Council's strong condemnation and denunciation of the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the UAE.

He emphasised that this act of aggression represents a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of a GCC member state and a dangerous escalation threatening regional security and stability.

The GCC Secretary-General stressed that targeting the UAE is an unacceptable and condemned behaviour by all standards, reflecting an escalatory approach that disregards the rules of international law and the principles of good neighbourliness.

Albudaiwi called on the international community to assume its responsibilities to halt these repeated Iranian attacks and put an immediate end to irresponsible actions that undermine regional and international peace and security.

The Secretary-General further reaffirmed the Council's full and firm solidarity with the UAE, standing united with the country in all measures it takes to protect its security, safeguard its sovereignty, and maintain the safety of its vital facilities.

Canada strongly condemned Iran's unprovoked missile and drone attacks on the UAE.

''We stand in solidarity with and the people of the United Arab Emirates and commend defensive efforts to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure,'' Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a post on X.

French President Emmanuel Macron has condemned Iran's strikes on the UAE, describing them as "unjustified and unacceptable" and pledging continued French support for the UAE and regional allies.

"As it has done since the start of the conflict, France will continue to support its allies in the Emirates and in the region for the defence of their territory," Macron said in a post on X.

The French president called for a lasting solution to the ongoing conflict through reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to free maritime traffic, and a robust agreement providing necessary security guarantees to regional countries.

He specifically cited threats posed by Iran in three areas: nuclear activities, ballistic capabilities, and regional destabilisation efforts.

Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz Monday condemned the Iranian attacks that targeted the UAE once again.

Writing on his official X account, the Chancellor stated that the UAE has once again been subjected to Iranian drone and missile attacks.

He added that Germany strongly condemns these attacks and declares its solidarity with the people of the UAE and its partners in the region.

Belgium has strongly condemned the recent Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates and expressed full solidarity with the Emirati people, describing the attacks as a flagrant violation of international law.

In a statement on Tuesday, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot expressed full solidarity and support for the people of the UAE, following what he described as renewed, unjustified Iranian attacks. He condemned the incidents as a clear breach of international law and stressed that the territorial integrity of Gulf states must be respected.

He added that Iran should seize the opportunity of the ongoing talks to reach a comprehensive solution, underscoring that all parties have a shared interest in achieving peace in the Middle East.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned the Iranian ​drone and missile strikes targeting the ‌United Arab Emirates.

"We ⁠stand in solidarity with the UAE ​and will continue to support ​the defence of our partners in the Gulf. This escalation must cease. Iran needs ​to engage meaningfully in negotiations ​to ensure the ceasefire in the Middle East ‌endures, ⁠and a long-term diplomatic solution is achieved," the British Prime Minister's Office quoted Starmer as saying.

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