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UAE sought GCC coordinated response to deter Iran

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed pushed GCC states to join a coordinated military campaign against Iran.
WHO: UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
WHAT: Held calls with GCC and regional leaders to urge a coordinated response against Iran after retaliatory missile and drone strikes
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
WHERE: United Arab Emirates
WHY: Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone strikes across the region prompted Abu Dhabi to seek a joint deterrent response.
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