UAE Condemns Military Targeting of Iran, Urges Restraint

Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
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UAE Condemns Military Targeting of Iran, Urges Restraint

Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS
Cars pass on a street after several explosions were heard, in Tehran, Iran, October 26, 2024. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the military targeting of Iran, and expressed deep concern over the continued escalation and its repercussions on regional stability.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the "importance of exercising the highest levels of restraint and wisdom to avoid risks and the expansion of conflict.”

It “reaffirmed the UAE’s position that enhancing dialogue, adhering to international law, and respecting the sovereignty of states are essential foundations for resolving current crises.”

“The UAE emphasizes the necessity of resolving disputes through diplomatic means, rather than confrontation and escalation,” the statement added.



Saudi, Hungarian Defense Ministers Discuss Military Ties, Global Developments

Saudi and Hungarian defense ministers discussed military tie. (SPA)
Saudi and Hungarian defense ministers discussed military tie. (SPA)
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Saudi, Hungarian Defense Ministers Discuss Military Ties, Global Developments

Saudi and Hungarian defense ministers discussed military tie. (SPA)
Saudi and Hungarian defense ministers discussed military tie. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met on Wednesday at his office in Jeddah with Hungarian counterpart Kristَof Szalay-Bobrovniczky.

During the meeting, the defense ministers discussed relations between Saudi Arabia and Hungary, especially in defense fields, and addressed regional and international developments alongside efforts made to address them, the Saudi Press Agency reported Thursday.

Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf and several officials from both countries attended the meeting.