{"id":2771,"date":"2026-04-02T09:15:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:15:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldwatchalert.com\/?p=2771"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:15:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:15:18","slug":"uae-dismisses-residency-claims-reaffirms-protection-for-iranians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldwatchalert.com\/?p=2771","title":{"rendered":"UAE Dismisses Residency Claims, Reaffirms Protection for Iranians"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has dismissed recent media reports about the residency status of Iranian nationals, calling them inaccurate and misleading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorities emphasized that there has been no change in policy and reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that the Iranian community has been living in the UAE for decades and remains an important part of the country\u2019s social fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">UAE Affirms Embrace of Iranian Community as Integral to Its Diverse Social Fabric<a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/e1QUISmWwz\">https:\/\/t.co\/e1QUISmWwz<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/mDSfCgz4HM\">pic.twitter.com\/mDSfCgz4HM<\/a><\/p>&mdash; MoFA \u0648\u0632\u0627\u0631\u0629 \u0627\u0644\u062e\u0627\u0631\u062c\u064a\u0629 (@mofauae) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/mofauae\/status\/2039442038685306922?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 1, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p> It noted that their presence contributes to the nation\u2019s diversity and cultural openness.The ministry also pointed out that the UAE is home to over 200 nationalities, reflecting its long-standing values of coexistence, tolerance, and inclusivity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials stressed that these principles continue to guide the country\u2019s approach toward all communities residing within its borders. Responding to circulating claims, authorities clarified that reports suggesting changes to the residency status of Iranian nationals are unfounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> They added that the UAE\u2019s legal and institutional systems are firmly in place to protect the rights, safety, and well-being of everyone living in the country.Reaffirming its stance, the government stated that it remains committed to upholding the rule of law while maintaining a stable and secure environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It assured that the rights of all residents, regardless of nationality, will continue to be protected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has dismissed recent media reports about the residency status of Iranian nationals, calling them inaccurate and misleading. 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