The United Arab Emirates denies authorisation for US to attack Iran from its territory.

mpr21
January 28, 2026    

Trump's recent announcement regarding the deployment of a US naval fleet to the Middle East has captured the attention of countries in the region. The threat, which involves deploying military forces to pressure Iran, has provoked strong reactions from neighboring countries, including the United Arab Emirates, which has decided to protect its territory, airspace, maritime areas, and land from any hostile military action.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement warning that the country will not authorize any attack against Iran from its territory (*). The announcement comes as the US fleet, which includes warships and an aircraft carrier, heads to the region, reinforcing the US military presence in the Middle East.

The official statement underscores the importance the UAE attaches to the security of its territory. Any use of its airspace for attacks against Iran would be unacceptable and contrary to its policy. This stance seeks to prevent any incident involving its territory in military operations that do not directly concern it.

The UAE's refusal to allow the use of its airspace for attacks against Iran directly limits some of the US military's logistical and strategic options. Trump's naval deployment, while powerful, will have to focus on areas where it can operate without territorial restrictions. This could influence the choice of positions and supply points for potential military operations.

The decision also underscores the vigilance of the Gulf states in managing their regional diplomacy. The UAE refuses to be used as a springboard for offensive operations against another sovereign state. This reinforces the need for the United States to consider local political constraints when planning its military actions.

The official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirms that the defense of Emirati territory and the security of its airspace and maritime borders remain absolute priorities and sends a strong signal to the region, illustrating the determination to remain neutral in the face of the anticipated US aggression against Iran.

Saudi Arabia has adopted the same stance as the United Arab Emirates and will not facilitate a US attack against Iran, Mohammed bin Salman said yesterday in a telephone conversation with Iranian Prime Minister Masoud Pezeshkian.

 

(*) https://www.lefigaro.fr/international/les-emirats-arabes-unis-n-autoriseront-pas-d-attaques-contre-l-iran-depuis-leur-sol-20260126 

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