Tightening Political-Security Ties: Israel and the UAE Deepen Cooperation

Tightening Political-Security Ties: Israel and the UAE Deepen Cooperation

Against the backdrop of regional tension, Israel's Ambassador to the UAE, Yossi Shelly, addressed the state of relations between Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi this morning (May 6, 2026). In an interview on the show hosted by Kalman Libeskind, Shelly declared that relations between the countries are "rising and blossoming" and that they are finding practical expression in the field of defense.

According to the Michael Shemesh channel, which is characterized by positions supporting the Netanyahu government, the ambassador refused to confirm or deny reports regarding active assistance from the United Arab Emirates in intercepting missiles. At the same time, Shelly emphasized that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and ruler Mohamed bin Zayed maintain a "continuous" and coordinated connection between them.

The remarks also received echoes on the Political Arena channel, which published an identical report regarding the ambassador's words. The reports emphasize the strategic importance that the Israeli administration attributes to the partnership with the Emirates within the existing regional framework, especially in the context of ongoing security needs.