UAE says Iran must pay for ‘damages and reparations’

A couple stands looking at the Dubai skyline, with the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, seen from Creek Harbour on April 3. (AFP)
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Updated 09 April 2026
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UAE says Iran must pay for ‘damages and reparations’

  • Abu Dhabi seeks 'further clarification' on the agreement's provisions
  • Bahrain seeks assurances on Iran's missiles

DUBAI: The UAE said Wednesday that Iran should pay for damage caused by its Gulf attacks, adding that it was seeking clarification on how the ceasefire will ensure Tehran ceases hostilities and reopens the Strait of Hormuz.
The UAE "is seeking further clarification on the agreement's provisions to ensure Iran's full commitment to an immediate cessation of all hostilities in the region and the complete and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz", its foreign ministry said in a statement.
Iranian attacks "necessitate a firm position, including ensuring that Iran is held accountable and fully liable for damages and reparations", it added.

Bahrain welcomes agreement

Bahrain also stressed the need for a lasting solution to ensure Iran does not possess nuclear weapons and halts proliferation of ballistic missiles and drones, its foreign ministry said.
The Kingdom also called for a final agreement that will stop Iran from destablizing the security of the Gulf and the wider Middle East.