US reaffirms commitment to UAE’s security amid continuing Iranian attacks

The top US diplomat on Tuesday reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to the UAE’s security after repeated Iranian attacks on the Gulf nation. The pledge came during a phone call between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“The Secretary expressed his condolences for those killed in Iran’s indiscriminate attacks on the UAE, and reaffirmed the US commitment to the security of the Emirates,” State Department Spokesman Tommy Pigott said.Iranian drones and missiles have been launched at UAE civilian infrastructure, including Dubai’s international airport, landmark hotels and its financial hub.Read more: UAE tells UN Iran attacks on territory are ‘unprovoked’, rejects ‘retaliatory’ label