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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.
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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.
Peace means security and safety for all peoples. We have endured untold suffering at the hands of the Iranian regime and its militias in Syria. We stand in solidarity with our brothers in the United Arab Emirates and all the Gulf states. May Allah preserve and protect you, and sustain you with His boundless mercy.
May Allah be with them!
May Allah protect the Arab State. ✌️
O Allah, grant victory to our downtrodden brethren in the East and the West, by the power of Your Great Name.
Amazing report
Thank you for the useful articles.
We desire peace for the UAE— our Arab homeland. May Allah protect it!
O Allah, protect the UAE and the Arab countries, and grant them lasting security and safety, O Lord of the Worlds!
The conditions of the people of Gaza make the heart weep, and brings tear to the eyes.
May Allah preserve the UAE and grant it victory over any aggressor, protect the countries of our Arab Gulf, and restore our rightful claim to the usurped islands. They are our pride and a source of honour. May Allah safeguard the Arab Gulf and its leaders, who are the pride of all Arabs!
May Allah Almighty protect our brothers in the Arabian Gulf and grant them victory over the treacherous, wicked aggressor—the Iranian regime and its accursed allies in this world, who will dwell in Hell in the Hereafter.
We are all confident in our brothers’ ability to repel the aggression and overcome this unjustified barbaric aggression, thanks to the courage and steadfastness of their valiant armies and the wisdom and foresight of their leaders.
Relief is near, by Allah's will. Praise be to Allah, Lord of the Worlds.
May Allah protect the UAE and grant it victory over its enemies.
May Allah protect the Gulf and its free, proud people! May He protect Lebanon and the Lebanese people, and restore the "Beacon of the East," by the will of the Lord of the Worlds. And may Allah protect all our brotherly Arab nations. Amen, O Lord of the Worlds.
We want to live in peace—not in war.
I liked the text and the article one hundred percent. Iran respects neither the rights of a neighbour nor the duty of a Muslim toward his fellow Muslim brother; they are aggressors.
May Allah protect all the Gulf states and safeguard their peoples—O Lord of the Worlds.
I wish for all countries peace and comfortable stability.
May Allah grant us relief from all wars—Amen.
We ask Allah to protect our people and families in the UAE, and to grant them enduring security and safety.
May Allah curse Iran and all who align themselves with it; the Persians are the most hostile of people toward the Arabs.
We want peace not wars
May God grant victory to all Arabs, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Palestine, and empower us to triumph over the Jews and the Iranians.
I want to stand against Iran because it is a vile dog. I am, of course, with the Gulf - I love you, Gulf - but do not make peace with this piece of [expletive].
May Allah protect the UAE and all Arab countries!
We want peace, and we do not want war—unless it is forced upon us.
There is no power or strength except in Allah.
I do not understand politics, as it does not interest me, nor do I like Iran.
As for me, I hope that peace prevails upon you and upon all Arab countries.
May Allah protect the Arab peoples!
O Allah, protect the UAE—its leaders, its army, and its people. O Allah, destroy anyone who wishes them ill. O Allah, bless the unity of the Arab Gulf nations against every aggressor and usurper; surely, nothing is beyond Your power.
Good article
Bravo, United Arab Emirates! May Allah be with you, and may He bestow upon you benevolence and blessings!
Magian Iran is an aggressive state; a fascist, immoral, and colonialist scheme.
Iran and its terrorist militias, in their conduct toward Arab nations, must be burned to the ground.
Why do you wage war and execute prisoners? Why? Tell me, what do we gain from wars? Instead of waging wars, go to your homes, pray, and recite the Holy Quran.
I do not like wars, but I like your articles very much.
All my love and appreciation to the Arabian Gulf and the Emirates, along with my thanks and respect.
May Allah protect the UAE from all harm!
And may He sustain it as a champion of the weak and the oppressed.
It is very nice, but I do not side with the UAE, nor with Iran. I have a life to live, not to take sides with countries that are not my own.
May Allah protect the Emirates and all Arabs!
We want peace, we do not want war.
We want peace, and we do not want war. Indeed, we do not want war; we want peace.
Yes, gentlemen, we do not want war at all.
We want peace, not wars.
May Allah perpetuate the glory of the UAE.
May Allah protect the Arab nations and put an end to the wars.
First and foremost, I am opposed to war. May Allah protect the Arab nations and grant us victory over our enemies. Secondly, I love the Arab world and wish for it to enjoy peace and stability. May Allah protect the Gulf states and Syria. Peace be upon you, along with Allah's mercy and blessings. Thank you.
May Allah grant victory to Islam, Muslims, and the Arab nation.
O Allah, perpetuate security and safety for the Arab and Islamic nations, and safeguard them with Your divine protection, O Lord.
How many missiles does Jordan have?
The United Arab Emirates is the Jewel of the Gulf—our cherished homeland that embraces all faiths without discrimination. We pray to Allah to protect the nation, its people, and the guardians of the nation: His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum—may Allah preserve them both. The UAE shall forever remain a beacon of light, not only within the Arab world and the Middle East, but across the entire globe.
May Allah preserve you - as one hand, one rank, and one trench - in the face of any tyrant.
May Allah protect our Gulf and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and grant them victory over the disbelievers!