Gulf Relations
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al-monitor.comIran Accuses UAE of Direct Involvement in Military Operations
Iran's foreign minister said the United Arab Emirates participated directly in military operations against Iran. The accusation was reported by Mehr News Agency. No immediate response from UAE officials was available.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Strikes Iranian Oil Ports at Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island Following Iranian Missile Attack on UAE
The U.S. military conducted strikes on Iranian oil ports on May 7, 2026, two days after Iran launched 15 missiles at UAE Fujairah Port. Officials described the action as self-defense and said it did not end a ceasefire. President Donald Trump announced a pause in Project Freedom…
asiaone.comIran Calls US-Bahrain Strait of Hormuz Resolution Unilateral and Provocative
Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi said a proposed resolution by the United States and Bahrain on the Strait of Hormuz is unilateral and provocative. The statement was reported by Tasnim News. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over maritime security and navigation in the strat…
EuronewsUAE to Leave OPEC on May 1, 2026
The United Arab Emirates announced its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+ on April 28, 2026, citing national production goals amid global supply disruptions. The move, effective May 1, follows tensions with quotas and regional rivalries. It could increase oil output, affecting market…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIran's Foreign Minister Briefs Russian Counterpart on US Negotiations Amid Sanctions Concerns
Iran's Foreign Minister Araqchi updated Russia's Lavrov on ongoing talks with the US. Russia expressed readiness to assist in agreements between Iran and Gulf countries. Iran's foreign ministry stated no serious offers have been received for lifting sanctions.