UAE Condemns 26 Days of Egregious Iranian Attacks on Civilian Infrastructure
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has condemned a series of Iranian attacks that have persisted for 26 days, involving over 2,000 ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones aimed at critical civilian infrastructure. These assaults have targeted airports, residential areas, and other civilian sites across the UAE, which the government describes as a “blatant violation of the state’s sovereignty and international humanitarian law.”
Escalating Threats to Regional Stability
In a statement delivered to the Human Rights Council, Jamal Al Musharakh, the UAE’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office and Other International Organisations in Geneva, emphasized that the situation represents more than a mere military escalation. He characterized it as a “systematic, reckless behaviour” that undermines the foundations of international order and poses a significant threat to both regional and global security. Al Musharakh noted that these attacks specifically target infrastructure crucial for civilian safety, energy security, and the global economy.
He pointed out that Iran’s actions are not directed at nations with which it is at war, but rather at its neighbors—countries that have consistently sought to avoid escalation through diplomatic means. Al Musharakh stated that these efforts stem from a shared belief that military solutions lead to crises and adverse consequences for the region.
Iran’s Isolation and Defiance
Al Musharakh remarked on Iran’s growing isolation from its neighbors and the international community, highlighting its blatant defiance of the United Nations Charter. He accused Iran of attempting to destabilize the international order through reckless actions aimed at imposing hegemony. Furthermore, he criticized Iran for attempting to justify its attacks as “retaliatory strikes.”
The UAE has firmly rejected any justifications or pretexts offered by Iran for these attacks. Al Musharakh reiterated that the UAE will not permit its territory to be used for military operations against Iran.
Civilian Casualties and Infrastructure Damage
The UAE has suffered significant losses due to these attacks, including the deaths of three armed forces members and six civilians, with 166 others injured from 29 different nationalities. Al Musharakh underscored the stark contradiction between Iran’s claims of good neighborliness and its actions, which include targeting civilian infrastructure such as airports, ports, oil facilities, and residential buildings.
He warned that the repercussions of these attacks extend beyond the region, threatening navigation in key waterways like the Strait of Hormuz and destabilizing energy markets and global supply chains. This situation exacerbates economic and social pressures, directly impacting the rights to security and development for people worldwide.
International Response and Resolutions
Al Musharakh highlighted the adoption of United Nations Security Council resolution 2817, which condemns the Iranian attacks against the UAE, other Gulf Cooperation Council states, and Jordan. This historic resolution was co-sponsored by 136 UN member states, sending a clear message that the international community will not tolerate attacks on state sovereignty or the targeting of civilians and critical infrastructure.
Additionally, the International Maritime Organisation has adopted a resolution, co-sponsored by over 115 member states, condemning Iranian threats and attacks against ships and its closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Call for Human Rights Accountability
In light of these developments, Al Musharakh called upon the Human Rights Council to take decisive action against human rights violations resulting from Iran’s unlawful attacks on countries that are pillars of peace in the region. He emphasized the UAE’s commitment to good neighborliness and bridge-building, guided by a leadership vision that promotes dignity, tolerance, and coexistence.
He reaffirmed the UAE’s right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, national security, and territorial integrity, in accordance with Article 51 of the UN Charter. This includes ensuring the safety and security of its citizens, residents from over 200 nationalities, and visitors, based on its right to self-defense under international law.
Al Musharakh concluded by stating that the Iranian attacks have demonstrated the strength of the UAE’s institutions, the resilience of its national system, and the unity of its society.
As reported by www.emirates247.com.
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Published on 2026-03-25 20:54:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk