ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – President Nechirvan Barzani of the Kurdistan Region received a phone call from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE , following a drone attack targeting Barzani’s residence in Duhok.
During the call, Sheikh Mohammed strongly condemned the drone strike. He emphasized that the United Arab Emirates remains fully committed to supporting Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, as well as to protecting stability and security in the region.
President Barzani expressed his gratitude for the UAE’s ongoing support. He thanked Sheikh Mohammed for the swift communication and underscored the importance of continued cooperation between the Kurdistan Region and the UAE.
The conversation also included a discussion of the latest developments in regional security and the ongoing efforts to de-escalate conflicts in the Middle East. Both leaders stressed the importance of diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation.
Barzani highlighted the critical role of international partnerships in maintaining peace and security. He reiterated that continued collaboration with allies, such as the UAE, strengthens the Kurdistan Region’s ability to protect its citizens and respond to external threats.
Furthermore, both leaders underlined the need for stability and calm amid ongoing regional tensions. They called for collective action to end violence and preserve peace in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
This high-level diplomatic engagement reflects the Kurdistan Region’s commitment to reinforcing international partnerships, enhancing regional security, and ensuring that threats to its leadership and citizens are met with coordinated and decisive responses.
The UAE’s swift condemnation signals strong support for the Kurdistan Region’s sovereignty and its efforts to safeguard public safety and stability.