Iran Intensifies Attacks on UAE Targets Amid Conflict with US and Israel

Dubai. Since the war began with the United States and Israel, the Iranian military has intensified attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates (UAE). So far, Iran has launched over 1,900 missiles and drones against various strategic areas in the UAE.

Iran appears to have adopted a strategy specifically aimed at destroying the UAE's transportation network and oil infrastructure. Recently, all flights were temporarily suspended on Monday following a massive fire caused by a drone attack near Dubai International Airport, considered one of the world's busiest air hubs.

Not only that, but Fujairah Port, considered the region's largest oil storage center, was also damaged by a drone strike. The death of one Palestinian citizen has been confirmed in a rocket attack in an outlying area of the capital, Abu Dhabi. Earlier, in late February, an attack also occurred at a luxury hotel in Dubai, dealing a major blow to tourism and business security here.

The UAE feels unnecessarily dragged into this conflict. According to the BBC, Iran may be employing a strategy of increasing pressure on the UAE to force the US to stop the war.

However, UAE officials are angered by this continuous barrage of attacks. Citizens appear concerned that these serial attacks on the UAE—a nation that built its identity as a safe and prosperous country after decades of hard work—will have long-term economic and social consequences.

Iran has been accusing the UAE of allowing the use of American military bases. However, these attacks on innocent civilians and critical economic infrastructure have further increased the humanitarian crisis and uncertainty in the Gulf region. Repeated air disruptions and strikes on oil facilities are also causing turmoil in international markets.

BBC