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DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been put on high alert after a fresh wave of attacks was launched by Iran-backed militants along its border with neighboring countries. The assaults, which have targeted the country’s military positions and infrastructure, have prompted a swift response from UAE authorities, who have vowed to take all necessary measures to protect their citizens and national security.
The attacks, which began at dawn on Thursday, were centered in the eastern region of the UAE, where Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have been known to launch attacks on neighboring countries, particularly Oman. The militant group has claimed responsibility for several recent attacks in the region, including a devastating drone strike on a key oil facility in Saudi Arabia.
According to UAE officials, the attacks were carried out by a mix of drones and artillery fire, with several projectiles reportedly intercepted by the country’s air defense systems. While there have been no reports of casualties or significant damage, UAE authorities have confirmed that several military positions were targeted in the attacks.
In response to the attacks, the UAE’s Ministry of Defense released a statement promising a swift and decisive response to what it described as an “unprovoked and unjustified aggression” by Iranian-backed militants. The statement read, in part: “The UAE will not tolerate any form of aggression or threat to its sovereignty and territorial integrity. We will take all necessary measures to protect our citizens and national security interests.”
The fresh attacks on the UAE come amid a tense standoff between the country and Iran over several issues, including border disputes and alleged Iranian meddling in regional politics. The UAE, one of the key members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has long been a vocal critic of Iranian aggression in the region.
The UAE’s response to the attacks has been welcomed by several regional allies, including the United States and Saudi Arabia, which have condemned the Iranian-backed attacks in strong terms. In a statement, the U.S. State Department said, “We condemn the latest attacks on the UAE and continue to stand with our Emirati partners in the face of Iranian aggression.”
As the situation continues to unfold, the UAE has increased security measures along its borders and has advised citizens to exercise caution when traveling to the affected areas. With tensions running high in the region, one thing remains clear: the UAE will not back down in the face of Iranian aggression.