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UAE braced for worst as mediation efforts continue in US-Iran conflict

The UAE seeks diplomatic resolution but remains prepared to defend itself as regional tensions persist over the Strait of Hormuz.

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What to know

  • The UAE seeks diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict but is militarily prepared to defend itself if hostilities resume.
  • Restoring free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is a non-negotiable priority for Gulf states, critical to global energy and trade.
  • Qatari mediators are attempting to broker a deal, but the US and Iran remain divided over whether nuclear talks or sanctions relief should take priority.
  • The UAE says Gulf states' collective GCC responses have been inconsistent, highlighting divisions within the alliance over regional strategy.

“We are also, as we have shown before, braced for the worst, and to protect our achievements, our development model, our country, our citizens and the people who are resident here.”

Dr Anwar Gargash, UAE diplomatic adviser · The National UAE ↗ · Oct 31

Dr Anwar Gargash Diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh MohamedIran Regional actor in US-Iran conflictUnited States Initiator of air strikes against IranQatar Regional mediatorGulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Regional alliance of six Gulf states

UAE braced for worst as mediation efforts continue in US-Iran conflict
The National UAE

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  1. 1

    UAE diplomatic adviser says country wants diplomacy but is braced for confrontation

    Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed, stated at the IISS Manama Dialogue that the UAE does not want another round of military confrontation but is prepared to defend its security, development, and citizens if hostilities resume. He emphasized that restoring the Strait of Hormuz to prewar conditions is non-negotiable for Gulf states.

    “We don't really want to see another round of confrontation in the region. We want to see a diplomatic and political resolution.”
    — Dr Anwar Gargash
    1. 2 outlets UAE does not want new round of conflict but is 'braced for worst', says Dr Gargash

      first by The National, 6d ago · also The National UAE

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  2. background

    Qatari mediators return to Tehran with renewed mediation push — Qatari mediators returned to Tehran on Friday in a renewed effort to broker a deal, but the sides remain divided over whether nuclear negotiations or sanctions relief should take priority.

  3. background

    Interim agreement reached but ceasefire fails to hold — An interim agreement is reached between the US and Iran but fails to secure a lasting ceasefire or restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

  4. background

    Iran closes Strait of Hormuz to shipping — Iran effectively closes the Strait of Hormuz in response to the conflict, disrupting global energy and trade flows through the critical waterway.

  5. background

    US and Israel launch air strikes against Iran — The conflict between the US and Iran begins following coordinated air strikes, triggering Iranian retaliation against Gulf states and Jordan.