Iran Prepares Strong Response to UAE Over Role in US-Israeli War

Iran is reportedly preparing a decisive response against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for its “instrumental role in both the launch and continuation of the ongoing war” against the country, according to a report.

Citing an intelligence source, Lebanese news website The Cradle reported Thursday that Iranian decision-making circles are finalizing multiple intelligence reports aimed at ending what the source described as “weeks of forbearance” toward the UAE.

The reports reportedly outline extensive Emirati cooperation with the US military amid the ongoing conflict. The source noted that, beyond previously targeted US military installations on Emirati soil, Abu Dhabi has allowed several of its air bases to be used by US forces to conduct operations against Iran.

The official also highlighted UAE involvement in regional destabilization tactics, claiming analysts view the country as acting as a proxy for the Israeli regime. He added that the UAE has been responsible for executing “false-flag” operations targeting Oman and neighboring states during the conflict.

In addition, the UAE is reportedly employing advanced artificial intelligence infrastructure to help Iran’s adversaries compile a “target bank” of locations within the Islamic Republic. The source also raised concerns over maritime security, noting that Iranian private vessels, including traditional sailing boats (lenj), and coastal areas have been targeted from UAE territory.

“Given these actions,” the official stated, “Iran’s robust response is on the way.”

Iranian authorities have recently warned regional countries against facilitating the American-Israeli aggression, vowing severe retaliation. The UAE has played a significant role in the Persian Gulf region by providing bases for the recent attacks, which began on February 28 with the assassination of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, top military commanders, and hundreds of civilians in southern Iran’s Minab.