Iran's missile attack against Israel on 1/10/2024 has drawn significant attention from Emirati President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed (MBZ) and his brother National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon, especially after receiving Israeli and U.S. reports about the efficiency of the Iranian hypersonic missiles.
The note provides insights about the following aspects:
- The Israeli and U.S. reports received by Abu Dhabi about the Iranian hypersonic missiles
- UAE's cautious initial assessments of the Iranian attack
- MBZ’s reaction and strategic approach based on flexible diplomacy and defense readiness
- Sheikh Tahnoon’s priority following the Iranian attack
The note also discusses the UAE’s continued political activities amidst these security challenges and its focus on protecting Gulf security and supply lines.
