Several European nations have strongly condemned the drone attacks on Abu Dhabi that resulted in the deaths of three people on Monday. The rare assault on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital has heightened tensions in the region, drawing international concern.
Emirati authorities reported that drones targeted a fuel storage facility near Abu Dhabi’s international airport, causing explosions in three fuel trucks. The attack claimed the lives of two Indian nationals and a Pakistani, all employees of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). Six others were injured in the incident.
The Houthi rebel group from Yemen claimed responsibility for the attack. “A number of important and sensitive Emirati sites and facilities were targeted,” said Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea. “The successful operation was carried out with five ballistic missiles and numerous drones.”
The UAE is a key member of the Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemen’s internationally recognized government against the Iran-aligned Houthis. The conflict, now in its seventh year, has been described by the United Nations as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. It has deepened divisions in the region, seen by many as a proxy struggle between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Attacks on UAE soil are exceedingly rare, and this incident marks a significant escalation. European allies have urged restraint and called for a de-escalation of hostilities. The foreign ministries of several countries issued statements condemning the attacks and expressing solidarity with the UAE.
The incident underscores the growing regional instability and the far-reaching implications of the Yemen conflict. Analysts warn that continued aggression could disrupt global oil supplies and further complicate international efforts to negotiate peace in Yemen.
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