17.03.2026 21:52
On the 17th day of the ongoing war in the Middle East, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, hosted King Abdullah II of Jordan in Dubai, following Iranian retaliatory attacks. The military activities of Iran towards regional countries and the increasing security risks formed the main agenda of the meeting, while the photos released indicated that both Muslim leaders were not fasting during the month of Ramadan.
As the war in the Middle East continues on its 17th day, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, hosted Jordan's King Abdullah II in Dubai. While the agenda of the meeting focused on Iran's military activities towards regional countries and increasing security risks, a detail in the photos shared caught everyone's attention.
EMPASIS ON SOVEREIGNTY AND INTERNATIONAL LAW
According to the UAE's official news agency WAM, the two leaders harshly criticized Iran's actions towards regional countries. It was emphasized in the statements that these activities violate not only the sovereignty of states but also international law and norms.
"UNWAVERING SOLIDARITY" MESSAGE
During the meeting, mutual security support between the two countries was highlighted:
King Abdullah II of Jordan expressed full support for the steps taken by the UAE to ensure its security.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan stated that they are in "unwavering solidarity" against threats to Jordan's sovereignty.
CALL FOR DIPLOMACY
The leaders expressed that diplomatic means should be prioritized in reducing military tensions and resolving crises. However, the statements also indicated that defense cooperation would be increased.
NOTABLE DETAILS FROM THE VISIT
In the images shared regarding the meeting, it was seen that the leaders came together in a sincere environment, while it was understood from the water bottles in their hands that the two Muslim leaders were not fasting during Ramadan. Social media users particularly focused on this detail.