UAE FM discusses latest developments with global FMs, officials

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held calls with a number of Foreign Ministers and officials to discuss the latest regional developments and the repercussions of Iran’s attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region.

Talks were held with Glauk Konjufca, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of Kosovo, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait, Marco Rubio, Secretary of State of the United States of America; and Khaled El-Enany, Director-General of UNESCO.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed and the ministers and officials strongly condemned Iran’s missile attacks against the UAE and countries in the region, stressing their categorical rejection of such acts that run counter to international law. They also affirmed the right of the targeted countries to take all necessary measures to safeguard their sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, and to ensure the safety of their citizens, residents, and visitors.

Sheikh Abdullah expressed his appreciation to the ministers and officials for their solidarity with the UAE, affirming all residents and visitors in the country are safe.

The calls addressed the serious repercussions of the attacks on regional and international security and stability, as well as their negative impact on the global economy and energy security.

The discussions also underscored the importance of the international community working in a coordinated manner at this stage to contain tensions, while prioritizing political solutions, diplomatic pathways, and serious, responsible dialogue to resolve all outstanding crises, in a manner that contributes to strengthening security and stability for the peoples of the region