Senior UAE Diplomat Anwar Gargash Demands Iranian Reparations and Security Guarantees in Any Future Political Settlement

Senior UAE official Anwar Gargash says any political solution for Iranian attacks must include reparations for Gulf states and firm security guarantees.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 29, 2026, 9:11 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Reuters and The Times of Israel

Demanding Accountability in Regional Peace Negotiations

Anwar Gargash, the senior diplomatic adviser to the President of the United Arab Emirates, has introduced a stringent set of conditions for any future political resolution to the conflict with Iran. Speaking on Sunday, Gargash emphasized that a sustainable peace cannot be achieved without Iranian reparations for the widespread targeting of civilian populations and vital national infrastructure. According to his statements on the social media platform X, the UAE views financial and moral accountability as a non-negotiable component of any diplomatic framework. This stance highlights the growing regional demand for a settlement that addresses the physical and economic toll of the month-long war.

Accusations of Premeditated Aggression and Deception

The diplomatic adviser leveled sharp criticism at the Iranian leadership, accusing Tehran of deliberately misleading its neighbors about its military intentions prior to the outbreak of hostilities. Gargash noted that despite sincere efforts by Gulf states to avoid escalation and maintain regional stability, Iran revealed a strategy of premeditated aggression. According to the senior official, this perceived betrayal of trust has fundamentally altered the diplomatic landscape, making it impossible to return to previous security arrangements. The UAE’s position is that Iran’s actions have demonstrated a clear disregard for the sovereignty and safety of neighboring Arab states.

The Necessity of Binding Security Guarantees

A central pillar of the UAE’s proposed political solution is the requirement for clear, internationally recognized guarantees to prevent a repetition of Iranian attacks. Gargash argued that any deal must formalize and enforce the principle of non-aggression to ensure long-term stability in the Middle East. According to his posts, temporary or vague assurances are insufficient given the history of the current conflict. The UAE is calling for a robust mechanism that would hold Tehran accountable for any future violations, ensuring that the primary threats to Gulf security are neutralized through a comprehensive and binding political approach.