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May 12, 2026
Israel Deploys Iron Dome to UAE Amid Iran Tensions
- Israel has sent Iron Dome batteries and personnel to the UAE for defense against Iran.
- U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee highlighted this move during a conference in Tel Aviv.
- The action underscores the growing military cooperation between Israel and the UAE since their 2020 diplomatic recognition.
2 Sources
- US envoy says Israel sent Iron Dome battery, personnel to UAEMay 12, 2026 at 8:46 AM · Reuters
- U.S. ambassador to Israel says Israel sent Iron Dome batteries, personnel to UAEMay 12, 2026 at 9:15 AM · NPR