On March 12, the presidents of the United Arab Emirates and Syria spoke by phone to discuss the worsening military situation in the Middle East and its impact on regional security. Both leaders highlighted the importance of resolving disputes through diplomatic dialogue rather than force. Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa emphasized Syria's support for the UAE amid persistent Iranian attacks targeting UAE territory and neighboring countries. The call came shortly after an attack on the UAE Consulate General in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which was strongly condemned as a breach of international law. The leaders’ comments underscore rising tensions... [Continue Reading]
The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, engaged in separate phone discussions with the presidents of Mauritania and Argentina concerning heightened military and security threats in the Gulf region. These talks followed a recent attack on the UAE Consulate General situated in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Both Mauritania and Argentina strongly condemned the assault on the diplomatic mission, describing it as a breach of international law protecting diplomatic premises. Furthermore, they denounced the ongoing Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and neighboring countries, highlighting a pattern of regional destabilization. The dialogues underscored the urgent... [Continue Reading]
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held a phone call with Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Alvarez to address the ongoing military escalation in the Middle East. Sheikh Mohammed denounced the Iranian attacks on Qatar’s territory, labeling them unacceptable under any circumstance. The discussion highlighted the serious threat these attacks pose to regional and global security. Qatar, which has maintained a policy of neutrality and has worked to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the international community, reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful conflict resolution. This condemnation signals Qatar’s growing concerns over Iran’s aggressive actions... [Continue Reading]
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper landed in Saudi Arabia on March 12 to demonstrate unwavering UK support for Gulf allies confronting aggressive Iranian missile and drone strikes. These attacks have targeted critical Saudi oil facilities and the US Embassy in Riyadh, heightening tensions across the region. The UK government's decision to dispatch a senior minister underscores the severity of the threat and the need for direct engagement. Saudi Arabia, a key economic and strategic partner for the UK, hosts numerous British businesses and tourists, placing UK interests and citizens at risk amid ongoing hostilities. The visit aims to bolster regional... [Continue Reading]
The United Nations Security Council unanimously passed Resolution 2817 condemning Iran's escalating military operations against Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan. The resolution criticizes Iran for attacks targeting civilians and critical infrastructure, breaching international laws and UN principles. This condemnation reflects unprecedented international consensus with 136 nations backing the measure. The GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi welcomed the resolution as proof of Iran's flagrant violations and emphasized the legal right of the Gulf states and Jordan to defend their sovereignty and respond to these attacks under Article 51 of the UN Charter. The resolution comes amid a series of... [Continue Reading]
Qatar's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani, participated in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) media stand in New York to back a UN Security Council draft resolution condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf states and Jordan. This initiative, spearheaded by Bahrain on behalf of the GCC and Jordan, aims to highlight the ongoing security threats posed by Iran's military actions. Iran’s strikes on the territories of GCC states, including Qatar, have been described as unjustified violations of national sovereignty. These attacks escalate regional instability and pose risks to peace and security in a strategically vital... [Continue Reading]
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani communicated directly with South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, to address the worsening military tensions in the Middle East. The discussions centered on recent Iranian attacks targeting Qatari territory, which Qatar strongly denounced as unacceptable under any circumstances. These developments come amid an ongoing surge in regional hostilities that threaten international security and stability. Qatar reiterated its commitment to maintaining neutrality and facilitating dialogue to defuse conflicts. The military escalation affects not only Qatar but also broader regional partners and global diplomatic relations.... [Continue Reading]
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin conducted a phone call to address rising regional tensions following recent Iranian attacks. Martin strongly condemned Iran’s assaults on UAE soil and violations against diplomatic and consular premises, labeling these as infringements of international law and UN principles. The situation has heightened fears of instability in the strategically vital Middle East, affecting not only regional states but also international trade and diplomatic relations. The UAE faces direct security threats, while countries like Ireland show solidarity, signaling growing global unease about Iran's military provocations. Iran’s actions risk... [Continue Reading]