UAE reiterates condemnation of Israeli attack on Iran, stresses need for diplomacy to avert war: Gargash
Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the UAE, reiterated the UAE's condemnation of the Israeli attack on Iran, emphasizing the country's unwavering approach to prioritizing diplomacy and avoiding war. Gargash said in a post on the X platform: "I was pleased to participate in two dialogue sessions at the GLOBSEC conference in Prague. In these difficult times, I reiterated the UAE's condemnation of the Israeli attack on Iran, in line with our unwavering approach to prioritizing diplomacy, avoiding war, and striving to de-escalate and find political solutions for a region exhausted and devastated by conflict."
On Friday, the UAE has condemned in the strongest terms Israel's military targeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and expressed its deep concern over the ongoing escalation and its repercussions on regional security and stability.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stressed the importance of exercising the utmost self-restraint and judgment to mitigate risks and prevent the expansion of the conflict.
The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE's position that enhancing dialogue, adhering to international law, and respecting the sovereignty of states constitute essential principles for resolving the current crises.
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