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Iran Holds Diplomatic Talks on Ending War; UAE Advises Citizens to Leave
Iranian officials conducted phone discussions with several regional counterparts to address ending an ongoing war, notably excluding some Gulf states. Separately, the UAE advised its citizens to leave Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon immediately. These developments highlight emerging diplomatic tensions in the region.
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Iran's foreign minister held phone calls with officials from Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Azerbaijan to discuss measures for ending the war.
The calls occurred recently, aligning with heightened tensions in the area.
In a related development, the UAE issued an urgent call for its citizens to depart from Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon without delay. This advisory comes amid the broader context of the diplomatic outreach by Iran. No specific reasons for the UAE's directive were detailed in available reports, but it coincides with the reported exclusions from the talks.
Iran's diplomatic efforts underscores potential shifts in alliances within the Gulf region. These events reflect ongoing geopolitical dynamics as of May 1, 2026, with no confirmed escalations noted.
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