Iran was expected to announce a traffic mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz, according to the head of the Iranian parliament's national security committee
UAE said all measures it undertook have been within the framework of defensive actions to protect its sovereignty
UAE's decision to exit Opec and Opec+ was a sovereign, strategic choice, says energy minister
Trump said his patience with Iran is running out. Iran claimed it received messages from the US indicating Washington was willing to continue talks.
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The UAE’s decisions are sovereign, strategic, and guided by national interest, not external speculation
UAE energy minister
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Lebanese Prime Minister
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UAE measures were defensive
All measures undertaken by the UAE have been within the framework of defensive actions aimed at protecting its sovereignty, civilians, and vital infrastructure, in line with the country's legitimate right to safeguard its national security and maintain its stability