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Iranian regime strikes fail to fracture the UAE; they strengthened it
Aiming to divide the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iran's strikes instead ignited a powerful wave of unity.
![People sit along the Corniche area on Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, in the UAE on March 20, 2026. [Ryan Lim/AFP]](/gc1/images/2026/04/08/55446-afp__20260320-600_384.webp)
By al-Fassel |
Iran's aggression hit the UAE with hundreds of strikes on civilian targets such as oil facilities, airports, and homes. The intended goal was to splinter a nation with 200 nationalities living in harmony, but the attacks instead created a strong sense of unity.
The message surged across TVs and social channels was crystal clear: "Everyone is Emirati." Iran sought to fracture the UAE but only managed to bring its people closer together. The nation depended on advanced air defenses and a rapid crisis response, steadfastly refusing to give in to fear.
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan declared, "One family," uniting the nation in a time of uncertainty and challenge. Expatriates rallied together and embraced the UAE's indomitable spirit, even as Iran’s disinformation efforts ultimately failed.
Unity swiftly replaced panic as the UAE demonstrated its resilience, with morals and resolve combining to withstand pressure. The nation's determined response proved the country unbreakable, showing strength and solidarity in the face of adversity.