UAE Foreign Ministry says it reserves full and legitimate right to respond to Iranian attacks

The UAE's firm stance on responding to Iranian attacks signals a significant escalation in regional tensions, likely affecting market sentiment around oil and safe-haven assets.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 4 May 2026, 16:57 UTCOn the live feed at 16:37 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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We will not compromise on protecting our security and sovereignty under any circumstances, and we reserve the right to a full and legitimate response to Iranian attacks.
Iranian attacks mark serious escalation and pose direct threat to country's security.

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Investors should monitor how this geopolitical risk might influence pricing of commodities and currencies tied to the region, as well as potential reactions from the broader international community.

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