The UAE is one of six Gulf states that have been vulnerable to Iranian drone and missile strikes since the war began.
GENEVA (Reuters) – The UAE envoy to the United Nations in Geneva appealed on Monday for a de-escalation of the US-Israeli confrontation with Iran and a return to talks.
Since the conflict began on February 28, oil prices have risen due to supply cuts by major suppliers, while financial markets have plummeted. Iran has also fired on US military locations in Gulf states, disrupting travel and business.De-escalation, de-escalation. Ambassador Jamal Musharakh told reporters in Geneva that this is a long-standing position that would continue to be offered.
The UAE is one of six Gulf states that have been targeted by Iranian drone and missile strikes since the war began.
In recent days, there have been over 1,400 attacks against the UAE, resulting in four civilian deaths and 114 injuries, according to the ambassador.
The ambassador expressed alarm over Iran’s targeting on UAE civilian infrastructure, such as desalination plants and energy facilities. “We are fully prepared to protect these vital locations,” he said.
However, despite his country’s “unwarranted” targeting, he stated that UAE bases will not be utilized for assaults on Iran.
US authorities claim their primary goal is to eliminate Iran’s nuclear program and missile capability.
On Saturday, President Donald Trump stated that he is not interested in negotiating with Iran and believes the conflict will end.
On Saturday, President Donald Trump stated that he is not interested in negotiating with Tehran and believes the conflict will stop if Iran’s military and leadership are no longer in control.


