ARN News Centre

UAE condemns attack on US Embassy in Lebanon

Thursday, 6 June 2024 19:10

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has strongly condemned an attack that targeted the US Embassy in Beirut.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement stressing the importance of protecting diplomatic missions in accordance with international law.

It also reiterated the UAE's firm rejection of such criminal acts and all forms of violence that undermine security and stability.

A gunman fired shots at the American Embassy in Lebanon on Wednesday and was injured in an exchange of fire with the army.

UAE condemns targeting of US Embassy in Beirut https://t.co/P8WGbsIo8y
— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) June 6, 2024

More from UAE

UAE Cabinet adopts AI Advisor System to support decision-making

The UAE has approved the launch of a new Cabinet AI Advisor system, designed to support government decision-making and speed up the study and implementation of projects and initiatives.
UAE condemns hostile Iranian attack on Saudi tanker 'Sidr'

The UAE has strongly condemned an Iranian attack on the Saudi-flagged tanker 'Sidr' while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in the deaths of a number of crew members.
UAE expresses solidarity with Egypt, Jordan over victims of bus accident

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Egypt and Jordan after a bus overturned in South Sinai, killing at least 21 people and injuring several others on Wednesday.
Dubai steps up school safety with over 500 inspections

Dubai Municipality has inspected more than 500 schools to ensure canteens, swimming pools, aircons and water tanks are being maintained to meet the city's health and safety standards.