According to Israeli media, the UAE transferred $3 billion to Tehran via airplane to prevent Iranian attacks. This transfer is claimed to discourage further strikes on Dubai and Abu Dhabi during the ongoing conflict.
However, Iran officially denied receiving these funds, stating the deal has not materialized, according to a foreign ministry spokesperson.
Iranian Target Shift
Despite the alleged deal, Iran is now focusing attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, avoiding UAE territory. Earlier, UAE suffered over 2,000 attacks, including 2,265 drone strikes and 551 ballistic missiles during hostilities with Iran and America.
Additionally, 29 cruise missiles targeted Abu Dhabi and Dubai, causing 13 deaths and 230 injuries, according to UAE reports.
Precedent: Qatar Deal
Before UAE, Iran reached a similar arrangement with Qatar. Iran agreed to not attack Qatari sites. In return, Qatar pledged to unfreeze $6 billion of Iranian assets and mediate between Iran and the United States.
Qatar now seeks to secure an additional $12 billion for Iran immediately after the deal to support relief operations.
Strategic Implications
The deal prevents Iran from striking UAE while allowing Gulf tensions to remain focused on other American installations. This arrangement mirrors Qatar’s mediation efforts and highlights the diplomatic strategies managing the Gulf conflict and regional stability.
