In the next step, the UAE has announced its withdrawal from the United States-led joint naval force in the Persian Gulf, which operates off the coast of Iran and in the waters of the Red Sea to maintain security in a strategic region that often witnesses attacks against ships and ships. . oil tankers. The UAE Foreign Ministry said in a statement released yesterday by the Emirates News Agency that “the UAE is committed to peaceful dialogue and diplomatic means as a means to achieve the common goals of regional security and stability.”
The ministry did not provide further clarification.
The force, which includes 38 countries and is based in Bahrain, is working to “fight drugs, smuggling and curb piracy,” according to their website.
It also works to “encourage regional cooperation and interaction with regional and other partners to enhance relevant capabilities in order to enhance security and stability in general.”
The decision was made against the background of increasing maritime incidents in the waters of the Persian Gulf, for which Washington and Western capitals blamed Tehran, but did not take steps to punish them.
