Iran's Response Surprises US and Israel, Impacts UAE Residents
An expert's perspective on the unexpected regional consequences of the US and Israel's attack on Iran, and how ordinary people in the UAE are paying the price.
Iran's response to the US and Israel's attacks has surprised many, and the consequences are being felt across the Gulf region, including in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where the author is currently based. The author, who has family in Tehran, describes the worry and fear felt by ordinary people on both sides as the situation escalates.
The author explains that the attacks were expected to be worse than last June, and that they would likely lead to a regional schism. This is exactly what has transpired, with Iran retaliating against Israel and states across the Gulf, including the UAE. The author has been trying to reach family in Tehran, but the internet connection is unreliable, allowing for only brief, practical conversations to ensure their safety.
The author is an associate fellow at Chatham House, with over 15 years of experience focused on Iran and the region. The article provides a firsthand account of the human impact of the escalating tensions, as ordinary people on both sides of the conflict are paying the price.
Source: The Guardian
