Secretary Rubio spoke today with UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Thae @statedeptspox said the two discussed a number of regional security issues, including Lebanon, as well as continued U.S.-UAE coordination to hold Iran and its terrorist proxies accountable for ongoing attacks & Secretary Rubio underscored the importance of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates Foreign Ministry has announced that all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran have been halted as a result of recent regional escalations by the country. The UAE was Iran's second largest trading partner
The two ballistic missiles launched from Iran were targeting maritime traffic, the UAE's defense ministry says
The UAE's Defense Ministry says Iran launched two ballistic missiles at its territory, with one falling outside territorial waters, and the other within territorial waters
Saudi Arabia has placed financial transfers to the UAE under enhanced anti-crime oversight typically reserved for high-risk jurisdictions, sources told Reuters, leading to delays and returns on some cross-border payments
ADNOC announces that one of its vessels was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz; no injuries reported
UAE says two ships belonging to ADNOC — Abu Dhabi's state oil company and one of the world's largest energy producers — were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.This is the latest in a string of Iranian-attributed strikes on UAE oil tankers since early 2026, with 17+ vessels hit
Fires and massive plumes of smoke fill the sky over the industrial city of Jebel Ali in the UAE.
UAE authorities: One person killed and five others injured in an explosion at a car showroom
2 week agoZelensky: Spoke with UAE President Muhammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Grateful for full understanding of the situation and support for efforts for peace and greater security. We just talked about how the Emirates can help us in Europe, in particular in the Black Sea region. This concerns food security, maritime security, and increasing opportunities to protect lives. We also talked about bilateral projects in various areas
2 week agoA ship was targeted and explosions occurred 21 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.
US and UAE to establish Task Force Talon Synapse focused, which is the first bilateral task focused on accelerating the development of military artificial intelligence applications. It is scheduled to formally launch in the coming weeks, says Centcom. & the Abu Dhabi-based team will consist of approximately 20 American and Emirati personnel with expertise in AI, data, and cybersecurity
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We strongly condemn the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the UAE's full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, and its support for all measures aimed at preserving their security and stability.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We strongly condemn the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
1 month agoA U.S. Air Force KC-135T tanker (tail number 60-0346) is squawking emergency code 7700 after operating over the Persian Gulf. The aircraft is now descending toward Al Dhafra Air Base and appears to be preparing for an emergency landing
A maritime security incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, east of Dubai. A vessel sustained damage from an unidentified projectile, resulting in damage to its steering system. All crew members are reported to be safe. There was no environmental impact.
Air France announces suspension of flights to Dubai and Riyadh "for security reasons"
1 month agoA vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman, causing a fire on the ship, UKMTO says. The crew safely abandoned the vessel and has been recovered by a tugboat
British maritime authority: Report of an incident involving a merchant vessel approximately 100 nautical miles east of Duqm, Oman
The UAE strongly condemns the renewed Iranian aggression against Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Jordan.
Dubai government: Reuters reports of explosions in downtown Dubai are false.
1 month agoLoud explosions reported in the sky over Dubai
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) prohibits aircraft operators from operating within the airspace of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, or the airspace over the waters of the Gulf of Oman.
ADNOC Logistics & Services: We confirm that in the early hours of Tuesday, the oil tankers Al Bahia and Mombasa B were attacked with projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
India summons Iranian deputy ambassador after Indian sailor killed in Strait of Hormuz
UAE Defense Ministry: One person killed after two Emirati tankers were targeted by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz
UAE Defense Ministry: National tankers "Mombasa" and "Al Bahia" targeted by Iran
The US closes its embassy in Abu Dhabi and consulate in Dubai due to security concerns.
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and U.S. Consulate General in Dubai have canceled consular appointments from July 13 – 15 due to the regional security situation
