3 minutes of readingNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 2, 2026 11:03 am IST
In a series of high-level diplomatic engagements, Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the United Arab Emirates, held separate phone calls with senior defense leaders from Kuwait and Bahrain to discuss the latest regional events in the midst of a threat from Iran and strengthen coordination aimed at preserving stability. Iran has attacked several US bases in the region after coordinated US-Israeli airstrikes hit several cities, including the capital Tehran, and led to the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The discussions between key regional players in the Middle East come at a time of increased attention to regional security, with Gulf nations intensifying consultations to safeguard shared interests and promote de-escalation.
UAE, Kuwait emphasize strengthened defense cooperation
In a call with Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah, Kuwait’s Minister of Defense, the two leaders reviewed recent regional developments and exchanged perspectives on their broader security implications.
They stressed the importance of deepening cooperation and improving coordination between the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait to strengthen regional security and stability. The discussions reflected both countries’ commitment to safeguarding mutual interests through close defense collaboration.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the United Arab Emirates, today received a phone call from His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah, Minister of Defense of Kuwait.… pic.twitter.com/jYdmqQUvgY
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Coordination between Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates to support de-escalation
Sheikh Hamdan also had a telephone conversation with Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, Minister of Defense Affairs of Bahrain.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, had a telephone call with His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, Minister of Defense Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain.… pic.twitter.com/qkOi8EgyrG
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The two sides discussed the latest regional developments and their implications for security and stability. They underlined the importance of continued coordination and consultation to support efforts to reduce tensions and reinforce regional stability, highlighting the long-standing defense partnership between the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.
