World Condemns Iran After Attacks on United Arab Emirates Territory

May 5, 2026 • Al Jazeera

World Condemns Iran After Attacks on United Arab Emirates Territory

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Multiple countries have condemned recent missile and drone strikes attributed to Iran. The attacks, which occurred on Monday, targeted the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and resulted in one drone attack setting off a fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone, injuring three Indian nationals.

Iran has denied involvement in the attacks, but its state broadcaster released a statement blaming “US military adventurism” for the incident. The UAE has accused Iran of launching 15 missiles and four drones from Iranian territory.

In response to the attacks, several countries have issued statements condemning the actions. Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that it strongly condemns the targeting of civilian and economic facilities in the UAE, as well as a vessel belonging to an Emirati company. Qatar also condemned the renewed Iranian attacks, calling them a “blatant violation of the UAE’s sovereignty and a serious threat to regional security.”

Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced Iran’s aggression, stating that it constitutes a clear breach of international law and threatens regional security. Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the strikes as an “Iranian terrorist attack” and expressed support for the UAE in any retaliatory measures.

Canada has also condemned the attacks, with Prime Minister Mark Carney stating that “Canada strongly condemns Iran’s unprovoked missile and drone strikes on the United Arab Emirates.” Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for Iran to return to talks and expressed solidarity with the people of the UAE.

Jordanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi also condemned the attacks, describing them as a “dangerous escalation” that threatens regional security. The United Nations Security Council has not yet issued an official statement on the matter.

Source: Al Jazeera