The Digester

UAE closes embassy in Tehran and withdraws diplomatic mission after Iranian attack

Mar 1st 2026

The UAE announced it has closed its embassy in Tehran and pulled all diplomatic personnel after an Iranian missile strike it says targeted civilian sites and Emirati territory, calling the attacks a breach of international law.

  • UAE has closed its embassy in Tehran and withdrawn its ambassador and all diplomatic staff.
  • The move followed what the UAE described as a blatant Iranian missile attack targeting Emirati territory.
  • The UAE said the strikes hit civilian sites including residential areas, airports, ports, and service facilities.
  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the attacks a violation of national sovereignty and a breach of international law and the UN Charter.
  • The UAE said continued aggression undermines de-escalation and threatens regional security, energy security, and the global economy.