The United Arab Emirates and Iran have held their first high-level contact since the outbreak of war, focusing on reducing regional tensions. UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan spoke by phone with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, according to official media reports. The call is being viewed as a potential step toward easing hostilities.
The UAE state news agency said both sides discussed possibilities for de-escalation in the region. Officials explored diplomatic pathways to reduce tensions following months of conflict. The contact marks the first confirmed senior-level exchange since fighting began on February 28.
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The war has significantly strained relations across the Gulf region. Reports indicate that Iran carried out strikes on US-linked targets in the Gulf in response to US and Israeli attacks. Some of these incidents reportedly affected infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates.
Media reports also claimed that multiple sites in the UAE, including energy facilities and commercial areas, were impacted during the escalation. The developments have raised concerns about broader regional security and economic stability.
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Both sides are now reportedly considering further diplomatic engagement. Observers say the latest contact could open the door for future negotiations aimed at reducing regional conflict. However, no formal agreements have been announced yet.