Overview
- Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said Gaza’s stabilization requires a political track that advances Palestinian statehood while guaranteeing Israeli security, with the United States central to a joint regional framework.
- He rejected speculation that the UAE seeks a civilian governing role in Gaza, saying the country has no separate national agenda for the enclave and will focus on humanitarian support tied to a broader political process.
- Gargash urged direct US-Iran negotiations and said a deal is needed to avoid a second major crisis in the region, arguing the issues cannot be resolved through force.
- Al-Monitor reported that the UAE said last week it will not allow its territory, airspace or waters to be used for military action against Iran or to provide logistical support for such operations.
- Axios reported that US and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Turkey on Friday to discuss a possible nuclear deal, with the UAE set to attend alongside Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt.