Didn't understand the message before! Once the missiles struck, the UAE's stance immediately changed! After Iran launched missile attacks on Global Aluminum, the Middle East's largest aluminum manufacturer located in the UAE, the UAE's attitude shifted instantly! On March 29th, the UAE abandoned its previous loud demands for Iran to disarm its missile arsenal. Instead, UAE President's Senior Diplomatic Advisor Anwar Gargash urgently issued a statement saying that the UAE hopes to resolve regional security issues through diplomatic and political means.
The UAE didn't call for diplomatic solutions earlier, but suddenly started advocating them now—clearly indicating they're now feeling the pressure. This clearly shows that Iran’s message delivered via missile strikes has finally been understood by the UAE. Of course, the UAE likely now realizes that even with U.S. military bases stationed there, it is far from safe. The United States not only fails to provide adequate protection, but also hasn’t succeeded in destroying Iran’s retaliatory capabilities.
From Iran’s perspective, the UAE’s cooperation with the U.S., providing convenience for targeting Iranian territory, necessitates a strong response to set boundaries. Now, although the UAE has issued statements, if it doesn’t clearly distance itself from the U.S., Iran will certainly not stop. For Iran, which is already plunged into conflict, the UAE may wish to live in peace—but Iran, being barefoot, fears nothing even if others wear shoes.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1860965049982027/
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