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Dubai, June 26 (Reuters) – Tensions between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Iran escalated on Monday when UAE authorities activated their missile alert system, citing a potential threat to national security.
According to a statement issued by the UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, the missile alert system was activated at around 01:45 UAE local time (23:45 GMT) as a precautionary measure following reports of a possible missile launch. The statement warned citizens and residents to stay indoors and follow all instructions from the authorities.
The UAE government has declined to comment on the source of the reports, but sources close to the matter suggest that the alert was likely triggered by intelligence suggesting that Iran may be preparing to launch a missile attack on the UAE. Relations between the UAE and Iran have remained tense in recent years, particularly with regard to issues such as maritime security and regional disputes.
The activation of the missile alert system comes just days after the UAE announced its decision to join international efforts to secure the Gulf and protect shipping lanes from Iranian aggression. The UAE has been a key player in efforts to maintain regional stability, and its decision to join the international coalition is seen as a significant move to counter Iranian influence in the region.
Regional military experts have expressed concern about the heightened tensions between the UAE and Iran, with some predicting that the situation could escalate into a full-blown conflict. “The situation is extremely volatile,” said a military analyst based in Dubai. “If a missile attack were to occur, it could have far-reaching consequences for regional stability and global security.”
The activation of the missile alert system has sparked a chain reaction, with neighboring countries and international powers weighing in on the situation. Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, both key allies of the UAE, have issued statements of support for the country’s decision to defend its sovereignty.
Meanwhile, the international community has called for restraint and a peaceful resolution to the crisis. Diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway to ease tensions between the UAE and Iran, but the situation remains precarious, and a swift resolution seems unlikely in the near future.
As the situation continues to unfold, citizens and residents in the UAE are advised to remain vigilant and follow all instructions from the authorities.