00:08In a surprising twist in the ongoing Gulf conflict, Iran is publicly claiming that
00:15United Arab Emirates, not Iran, was behind recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. But
00:21is there any proof? Or is this another move in a complex war of words? Let's break it down.
00:27The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a statement denying involvement in drone strikes
00:33that hit Riyadh and Saudi Arabia's eastern province. Iranian officials and Fars News Agency
00:39say that drones actually originated from the UAE. The origin of the drone attacks is the United Arab
00:46Emirates, an Iranian official told Fars. Iran claims Saudi authorities should investigate who
00:51really carried out the strikes. This comes amid the broader U.S.-Israeli-Iran conflict that has
00:58shaken the Gulf since late February 2026. Iran has launched thousands of missiles and drones at
01:05multiple Gulf states, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait. Targets include oil
01:13terminals, airports, U.S. military assets, and civilian infrastructure. Saudi defenses have
01:19intercepted dozens of drones in hours, protecting key sites like Sheba and Rastanora. Saudi Arabia
01:26continues to blame Iran for the attacks and condemns them as threats to regional stability. The UAE has
01:33denied any involvement, emphasizing restraint while reserving the right to self-defense. Officials
01:40describe Iranian aggression as unhinged. No independent verification from Saudi Arabia, UAE,
01:47United States, or international observers supports Tehran's claim. Analysts say Iran's statement is likely
01:55propaganda aimed to deflect responsibility for drone attacks, exploit historical rivalries in the Gulf
02:02Cooperation Council, and undermine unity among Gulf states defending against Iranian barrages. Tehran has a
02:10history of claiming U.S.-aligned forces used UAE bases for strikes, without evidence. The Gulf remains
02:18on edge. Oil infrastructure and exports disrupted, driving global market concerns. Flights grounded,
02:25energy routes threatened. U.S. warns allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Risks of further escalation
02:32remain high as the war enters its third week. So did the UAE really attack Saudi Arabia? Right now,
02:40there's no credible evidence. Instead, this seems like another Iranian narrative in a high-stakes
02:46regional conflict. With tensions rising and Gulf security at risk, the coming days could be critical
02:52for both regional stability and global energy markets.
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