The U.S. launched on 15/3/2025 a wave of airstrikes on Houthis across Yemen.
UAE President Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed (MBZ) addressed the strikes and their implications for the UAE’s mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran.
The following note provides a comprehensive overview of key aspects, including:
- The airstrikes’ impact on UAE’s mediation role as perceived by MBZ
- The U.S. and Iran views on UAE’s mediation role amid the latest developments
- MBZ’s strategy to maintain UAE’s regional role
- His views on U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz’s recent statement against Iran
The note also highlights a potential move by MBZ towards Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and outlines its intended purpose.
