politics

April 2, 2026

UAE could join US-Israeli war against Iran

The UAE could become the first Gulf nation to join the US-Israeli war against Iran, the Wall Street Journal has reported

UAE could join US-Israeli war against Iran

TL;DR

  • The UAE is reportedly preparing to commit its military to the US-Israeli war against Iran.
  • The UAE has been heavily impacted by Iranian missile and drone attacks, with reduced oil output and significant stock market losses.
  • The nation wants the Strait of Hormuz unblocked for oil trade and is seeking military assistance to achieve this.
  • The UAE is lobbying for a UN Security Council resolution authorizing force in the Strait of Hormuz and wants the US to occupy disputed islands.
  • US President Trump indicated Washington might withdraw from the conflict, leaving the task of unblocking the strait to other users.
  • Iran maintains the Strait is open to non-US and non-allied ships and has warned of retaliation if its territory is threatened.

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