The UAE has halted all trade and commercial exchanges with Iran, Abu Dhabi announced late Tuesday.
– The spokeswoman for the Emirati Foreign Ministry, Afra Al Hameli, posted a statement on X rejecting all allegations regarding the status of the economic relationship between Abu Dhabi and Tehran.
– Al Hameli reiterated the UAE’s commitment to dialogue, cooperation, and regional integration to advance peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
– But, “in light of regional escalations that undermine regional and international peace and security, all trade, commercial exchanges, and financial transactions with Iran have been halted until further notice,” Al Hameli said.
– She emphasized that the UAE remains “firmly committed to safeguarding the integrity of the international financial system, in line with international law and the highest global standards.”