The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation following a series of hostile drone strikes launched from Iraq that targeted critical oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described these actions as a blatant violation of Saudi sovereignty, emphasizing that such aggression directly threatens the security and stability of the entire region. The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering solidarity with the Kingdom, pledging full support for any measures Saudi Arabia deems necessary to protect its territory and vital energy installations.

The attacks, which occurred on July 29, were met with swift defensive action as Saudi forces successfully intercepted the drones before they could reach their targets in the Eastern Province and Riyadh. In response to the provocation, the Saudi Ministry of Defence, working in coordination with US military forces, conducted targeted strikes against the hostile groups responsible. While US Central Command confirmed the successful interception of the incoming threats and maintained a posture of high readiness, the incident has drawn sharp criticism from neighboring nations, including Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain, further escalating geopolitical tensions throughout the Gulf.