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Asian nations condemn UAE attacks, Pakistan PM urges ceasefire amid rising regional tensions

By The South Asia Times

ISLAMABAD - Leaders across Asia have strongly condemned recent missile and drone attacks targeting civilian infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates, as calls grow for de-escalation and renewed diplomacy following escalating tensions linked to the conflict involving Iran.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan “strongly condemns” the attacks and expressed full solidarity with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He stressed that “it is absolutely essential that the ceasefire be upheld and respected” to create space for dialogue and lasting peace.

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi voiced deep concern over the incident, noting Tokyo’s ongoing diplomatic engagement with all parties, mediators, and regional actors to help calm the situation.

Similarly, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the strikes, particularly after reports that Indian nationals were injured, calling attacks on civilians “unacceptable” and emphasizing the importance of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters described the attacks as a violation of the ceasefire and warned they undermine peace negotiations, urging Iran to respect international law and pursue a political resolution.

Australia also condemned the strikes, with its envoy in the UAE advising citizens to follow official safety guidance amid ongoing missile alerts.

The latest developments come against the backdrop of heightened regional tensions since the outbreak of conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran earlier this year. The crisis has disrupted critical shipping lanes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil supplies, driving up energy prices and raising concerns over global economic stability.

Despite a ceasefire announced in April following mediation efforts, sporadic attacks have continued, threatening to derail fragile diplomatic progress. Regional and global powers have increasingly emphasized the need for restraint, warning that further escalation could have far-reaching consequences for security, trade, and energy markets worldwide.

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