New York: Iran has asked the United Arab Emirates to pay compensation, accusing it of helping the United States carry out military strikes on Iranian territory. The demand was made in a letter sent to the United Nations by Iran’s ambassador.
In the letter, Iran said the UAE allowed its territory to be used for the attacks. Tehran argued that this makes the UAE responsible under international law for the damage caused. Iran is seeking compensation for both physical destruction and other losses linked to the strikes.
The move comes as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. Over the past weeks, the United States and Israel have carried out several attacks on Iranian military and energy sites. Iran has responded with missile and drone strikes targeting locations it believes are linked to its rivals, including sites in Gulf countries.
Iran has warned that any country hosting US forces could be treated as part of the conflict. This has raised concerns among Gulf nations, many of which have strong security ties with Washington.
Recent attacks have also affected energy facilities in the region. Some oil and gas sites have been damaged, causing worries about global energy supplies and pushing oil prices higher. Countries in the Gulf have condemned the attacks and called for stability.
The United States has also warned Iran against further escalation, saying it will respond strongly if its interests or allies are targeted.
Iran’s demand for compensation adds a new legal dimension to the conflict. It shows that the dispute is no longer only about military actions but also about accountability and international pressure.
With tensions still high and no clear sign of de escalation, the situation in the region remains uncertain and could worsen in the coming days.