UAE demands Iran be held accountable for attacks, including reparations and security guarantees.
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates is closely monitoring the announcement by US President Donald Trump of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
The UAE is seeking further clarification on the agreement’s provisions to ensure Iran’s full commitment to an immediate cessation of hostilities in the region and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Unprovoked attacks
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) highlighted that the unprovoked Iranian attacks over the past 40 days—which targeted infrastructure, energy facilities, and civilian sites and involved 2,819 ballistic and cruise missiles as well as drones—have caused loss of life and property damage, necessitating a firm stance. The Ministry stressed that Iran must be held fully accountable and liable for reparations.
MoFA also emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to address Iran’s full range of threats, including its nuclear program, ballistic missiles, drones, military capabilities, and affiliated proxies and terrorist groups, while halting threats to freedom of navigation, economic warfare, and acts of piracy in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Ministry expressed hope for achieving lasting peace across the region.
The UAE reaffirmed that it is not a party to the conflict and has undertaken intensive diplomatic efforts to prevent its outbreak, including through bilateral channels and initiatives within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
The UAE also underscored that it has steadfastly protected its sovereignty, security and national achievements, and stressed the need for Iran’s full compliance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026) — adopted on 11 March 2026 — which condemned Iran’s unprovoked attacks on Gulf states and neighboring countries, and demanded their immediate cessation in line with international law.
