UAE Warns Rebuilding Trust With Iran Will Take ‘Ages’ Amid Regional Tensions

UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Anwar Gargash stated Tuesday that restoring diplomatic trust with Tehran will take "ages," cautioning against expectations of a rapid thaw in relations. Speaking at the Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate, the minister emphasized that while the UAE remains open to de-escalation, the process depends on a fundamental shift in regional policy. Conditions for Regional Stability The UAE’s stance centers on Iran’s involvement in regional conflicts and its missile program. Gargash noted that any sustainable solution must go beyond the nuclear file to address the concerns of Gulf states directly. He underscored that "rebuilding trust is not a matter of a single meeting or a short-term agreement," pointing to years of geopolitical friction that must be unwound through verifiable actions. The minister confirmed that the UAE is committed to a "diplomatic path" to avoid military confrontation in the region. However, he clarified that this path requires Tehran to demonstrate a genuine desire for stability and non-interference in the internal affairs of neighboring sovereign states. This follows several incidents in the Gulf that have heightened security…