PM Modi Holds Key to Resolving Iran-Israel Crisis. UAE Envoy Says
UAE envoy says PM Modi’s call could resolve Iran-Israel conflict; UAE avoids involvement.
The United Arab Emirates has signaled a firm stance of neutrality amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, emphasizing that it will not allow its territory to be used as a platform by either side. Hussain Hassan Mirza, the UAE’s first Ambassador to India, told NDTV that the country sees no reason to be drawn into the regional confrontation.
"To be honest, I'm not sure why we are involved. There is no reason for the UAE to be involved in this," Mirza said, highlighting the nation’s desire to avoid entanglement in the conflict. He stressed that Abu Dhabi’s geographic and political position—neighboring Iran while maintaining formal ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords—places the UAE in a sensitive yet potentially mediating role.
Mirza pointed out that this unique position could allow the UAE to act as a negotiator between the warring states. He praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his credibility in the Gulf, noting that Modi’s standing with both regional leaders and the public could facilitate de-escalation. "One phone call from Mr Modi to the counterparts in Iran and Israel can solve this issue, can end this issue. One phone call," Mirza said.
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The ambassador underscored that the ongoing conflict has already impacted civilian areas, describing it as "unacceptable" that battles are being fought "on our soil." While he refrained from military commentary, Mirza confirmed that reports of minimal damage within the UAE are accurate, reflecting the country’s careful monitoring of regional developments.
Meanwhile, the Iran-Israel conflict shows no signs of abating. Israel’s military recently launched fresh strikes on central Iran and targeted Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut. The humanitarian toll continues to grow: Iran’s UN ambassador reported 1,332 civilian deaths and thousands more injured, while the United States confirmed the seventh American soldier had died during treatment.
Experts warn that the intensifying violence comes at a particularly sensitive moment for Iran, as the country transitions to a new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. Analysts note that regional stability hinges on diplomatic intervention, with neutral actors like the UAE potentially playing a critical role in facilitating dialogue and reducing further escalation.
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