ABU DHABI, Mar 1: The United Arab Emirates announced the closure of its embassy in Iran and the withdrawal of its ambassador and all diplomatic staff in response to Iranian missile attacks targeting UAE territory.

In a statement carried by the official Emirates News Agency (WAM), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE described the attacks as acts of aggression against civilian infrastructure, including residential areas, airports, ports, and service facilities, putting innocent lives at risk. The ministry condemned the strikes as a blatant violation of national sovereignty and a breach of international law and the UN Charter.

The statement emphasized that the decision underscores the UAE’s firm stance against any threats to its security and sovereignty. It added that Iran’s continued aggressive and provocative actions undermine opportunities for de-escalation and threaten regional and international stability, energy security, and the global economy.