UAE Denies Netanyahu's Alleged Secret Visit Amid Iran Conflict
The United Arab Emirates refutes claims of a clandestine visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the recent conflict with Iran, emphasizing that their relations are conducted transparently under the Abraham Accords.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has denied reports of a secret visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the recent conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. In a statement released on Wednesday, the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that its relations with Israel are public and conducted within the framework of the Abraham Accords. The ministry stated that any claims regarding unannounced visits or undisclosed arrangements are entirely unfounded unless officially announced by the relevant authorities in the UAE.
This denial follows an earlier statement from Netanyahu's office, which claimed that the Prime Minister had secretly visited the UAE and met with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during the conflict. Netanyahu's office described the meeting as a historic breakthrough in relations between Israel and the UAE.
The UAE's response underscores its commitment to transparency in its diplomatic engagements, particularly concerning its relations with Israel, which were formalized under the Abraham Accords in 2020.