Iran Condemns UAE as 'Active Partner in War' Amid Reports of Secret Israeli Visits

Tensions between Iran and the United Arab Emirates have escalated significantly following accusations by Iranian officials that Abu Dhabi acted as an active partner in recent conflicts against Tehran. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi labeled the UAE's alleged collusion with Israel as unforgivable, claiming Emirati territory was used for attacks. Former officials Manouchehr Mottaki and Ali Motahari supported these claims, citing drone origins and hostile intentions. These statements coincide with reports from Israeli sources and international media regarding a secret visit by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the UAE during the conflict, which Israeli aides described as a historic breakthrough despite Emirati denials. Additionally, The Wall Street Journal reported covert Mossad visits and alleged Emirati attacks on Iranian oil facilities. The delivery of Israel’s Iron Dome system to the UAE has further fueled Iranian suspicions of expanding security cooperation between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi, leading to harsh diplomatic rhetoric from Tehran aimed at condemning what it perceives as direct military involvement by its Gulf neighbor.