The Prime Minister of Italy condemned Iran's ongoing attacks during a phone conversation with the President of the UAE and emphasized Italy's solidarity with the UAE.

ABU DHABI, March 8, 2026 (WAM) -- His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, received a phone call today from Ms. Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, to discuss the rapidly escalating military situation in the region and its serious implications for regional and international security and stability. During the conversation, Ms. Meloni reiterated her condemnation of the overt Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, emphasizing that these attacks constitute a violation of the sovereignty of these nations, international law, and the UN Charter. Ms. Meloni expressed Italy's solidarity with the UAE in all measures taken to ensure its security, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its people. She also conveyed her gratitude to the President for the attention shown by the UAE towards Italian citizens living in the country under these challenging circumstances. The President thanked Ms. Meloni for Italy's supportive stance towards the UAE. Both parties underscored that the ongoing military escalation undermines stability and security in the Middle East, increasing regional tensions and crises. (Source: WAM.ae)