The Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territories on 13/6/2025, followed by Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone attacks on Israeli cities, have sparked significant concern and unease within Emirati political and security circles.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- President Mohammad Bin Zayed’s directives following the attacks
- UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon’s role in navigating the tensions between Israel and Iran
- The various foreign figures he reached out to
- UAE concerns regarding the repercussions of the conflict
