Summary
The UAE's Minister of State, Lana Nusseibeh, urged Iran to stop its strikes on Gulf countries, saying the UAE will recover from the damage. Iran has targeted the UAE and other Gulf states following conflicts involving the US and Israel. Nusseibeh stated the UAE would not use its territory to attack Iran, but reserved the right to defend itself.
Key Facts
- Lana Nusseibeh is the UAE's Minister of State.
- She reported that over 1,800 drones and missiles have hit the UAE.
- Notable structures like the Fairmont The Palm and Burj Al Arab hotels have been damaged.
- Flights at Dubai International Airport have been affected, with many cancellations.
- Other Gulf countries, like Qatar and Saudi Arabia, have also been targeted.
- Trade and shipping through important areas like Jebel Ali port and the Strait of Hormuz have suffered.
- Nusseibeh emphasized the UAE's resilience and growth, citing 5.1% economic growth last year.
- Criticism of the UAE government is illegal, and the country controls the flow of information.
