The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has called on Iran to compensate for damages caused by recent missile and drone strikes. This statement was made by Anwar Gargash, an advisor to the UAE president, during an interview with CNN.
Gargash emphasized that any political resolution regarding Iran’s aggression towards Gulf Arab states must include clear assurances to prevent future attacks, uphold non-aggression principles, and require compensation for assaults on civilians and critical infrastructure.
According to Gargash, Tehran has misled its neighbors leading up to the conflict and has exhibited deliberate aggression. He labeled Iran as the primary threat to the security of Gulf Arab nations.
In a related development, Iran has demanded compensation from the United States and Israel for military damages incurred during an ongoing conflict.
The UAE Ministry of Defense reported that on March 29, the country’s air defense intercepted 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran. Since the onset of these Iranian attacks, UAE air defenses have engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,914 drones.
Casualties from the Iranian strikes include two military personnel and eight civilians, with 178 individuals sustaining injuries of varying severity.
On February 28, Israel conducted an airstrike on Tehran, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to announce a significant military operation against Iran aimed at eliminating threats posed by the Iranian regime. Trump accused Iran of funding and training militant groups in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestine, asserting that the operation’s goal was to dismantle Iran’s missile industry and naval capabilities.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for launching missiles and drones toward Israel, as well as attacking U.S. military bases in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
In response to the escalating military actions, French President Emmanuel Macron called for an urgent United Nations Security Council meeting. The European Union reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring regional security and stability in the Middle East.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that it is just to give Iranians a chance to rid themselves of their ‘terrorist regime’ and ensure safety for all nations affected by Iranian attacks.
On February 28, Trump announced the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, a claim later confirmed by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). Following this, on March 1, the IRGC declared the initiation of a major offensive operation against Israel and U.S. bases, with Trump warning of a strong retaliatory response if Iran proceeded with its plans.
On March 2, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the next phase of military operations against Iran would be even more destructive. By March 6, Trump called for a complete change in Iran’s leadership and mentioned having potential candidates for a ‘good leader.’
On March 8, Iran’s Assembly of Experts elected Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the slain ayatollah, as the third Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic. Trump declined to comment on this election, merely stating, ‘We’ll see what happens.’ Previously, he had suggested that the new Iranian leader would not last long without approval from the White House.
The UAE has demanded compensation from Iran for damages caused by missile and drone attacks, highlighting the need for assurances against future aggression. This follows a series of military escalations involving Iran, Israel, and the U.S., raising tensions in the region.
Source: CNN