Arabic version: قادة العالم يدينون الهجمات الصاروخية الإيرانية على الإمارات
Tensions are rising in the Gulf again after the United Arab Emirates said it intercepted 15 missiles and four drones fired from Iran. The UAE warned that it reserves the right to respond to the “treacherous” attacks, which have already resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals and damaged an empty crude oil tanker. This marks the first time the UAE has been targeted since Iran and the United States agreed to a ceasefire on April 8.
According to Al Jazeera, reactions from global leaders have been swift and unequivocal. Saudi Arabia condemned the targeting of civilian and economic facilities in the UAE, affirming its solidarity with the UAE and calling on Iran to cease its attacks. Qatar echoed this sentiment, labeling the strikes a blatant violation of UAE sovereignty and a serious threat to regional stability.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs characterized Iran’s actions as a direct threat to maritime navigation and called for an immediate end to aggression. Bahrain referred to the attacks as a dangerous escalation, urging the United Nations Security Council to take decisive action against Iran. Jordan’s Foreign Minister also condemned the attacks, emphasizing Jordan’s support for the UAE in confronting these threats.
International responses continued with Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz calling for Iran to return to negotiations and cease its aggressive actions. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed strong condemnation of the unprovoked strikes, while French President Emmanuel Macron described the attacks as “unjustified and unacceptable.”
The United Kingdom’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged Iran to engage in meaningful negotiations to prevent further escalation. The Gulf Cooperation Council labeled the attacks as piracy and extortion, while the European Union Commissioner denounced them as clear violations of sovereignty and international law. With leaders worldwide condemning Iran’s actions, the situation in the Gulf remains precarious.
