Trump condemns attacks on UAE, reaffirms solidarity in call with Sheikh Mohamed

The two sides also discussed ongoing Iranian attacks on the UAE and the region, targeting civilians and critical infrastructure, calling them violations of state sovereignty and international law

  • PUBLISHED: Fri 20 Mar 2026, 11:31 AM

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The UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from US President Donald Trump, during which they discussed developments in the region and their serious implications for regional and international peace and security.

President Trump condemned these attacks and affirmed the United States’ solidarity with the UAE and countries in the region, as well as its full support for efforts to defend their territory, stability, and security.

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The two sides also discussed the ongoing Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, including attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and vital facilities, noting that they constitute a violation of state sovereignty and international law.