Iran Accuses UAE of Active Partnership in War Amid Reports of Secret Israeli Visits

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi labeled the United Arab Emirates an 'active partner in war' against Iran during the BRICS summit in New Delhi, accusing Abu Dhabi of allowing its territory to be used for attacks and colluding with Israel. This harsh stance was echoed by former officials Manouchehr Mottaki and Ali Motahari, who cited Emirati involvement in drone attacks and growing hostility. Tensions escalated following reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mossad chief David Barnea secretly visited the UAE to coordinate military efforts during recent conflicts. While the UAE denied these allegations, stating its relations with Israel are public under the Abraham Accords, Israeli officials insisted the visits occurred and were historic. Additional reports from the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg alleged covert UAE attacks on Iranian oil facilities and the delivery of Israel's Iron Dome system to Abu Dhabi. These developments highlight a significant deterioration in Tehran-Abu Dhabi relations, driven by perceived security cooperation between the UAE and Israel against Iranian interests.