OFFICIAL STATEMENT: Dubai Says The Rumours Of Security Threats From Iran Have Been Confirmed To Be Fake
The Government Of Dubai Media Office has released a tweet to state that there is no truth to the allegations of threats to Dubai from any official source in the Iranian Government.
Following the counter strike on Wednesday morning, rumours circulated that a further US strike could provoke other regional targets, Dubai included. These threats have now been dismissed.
Despite recent tensions, there have been calls for restraint in the region to avoid future escalation. Yesterday, US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo had a phone call with Abu Dhabi’s HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to that effect.
Given the proximity of neighbouring countries, incorrect conclusions can be drawn, however, residents of Dubai, private and public entities remain focussed on looking forward to what will be a very positive year for the emirate.
The media office concluded by reminding users of social media to refrain from publishing fake news.
The tweet was shared on Wednesday evening in Dubai
.@DXBMediaOffice confirms that the rumors being circulated regarding security threats targeting Dubai are fake and haven’t been issued from any official source in the Iranian Government. We urge everyone to refrain from circulating fake news and spreading rumors.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 8, 2020
The following rumours have been confirmed to be false
Iran making threats of mass escalation. To attack more bases in Iraq. To unleash Hezbollah. To unleash shiite militias in Iraq. To attack Israel and Dubai. Making it clear it is ready for a widespead campaign if this escalates further with a US response.
— Richard Engel (@RichardEngel) January 8, 2020
Iran is warning that if there is retaliation for the two waves of attacks they launched their 3rd wave will destroy Dubai and Haifa.#iran #Soleimani #war
— Ali Arouzi (@aliarouzi) January 8, 2020
