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UAE Closes Iranian Hospital Amid Rising Tensions

3/21/2026

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The United Arab Emirates closed an Iranian state-linked hospital in Dubai amid escalating tensions after more than 2,000 missile and drone attacks since late February.
The UAE also shut Iranian schools and the Iranian Club, citing violations of local laws.
Staff were informed of the closure on March 14.
On March 20, the UAE arrested five individuals linked to Iran and Hezbollah for attempting to infiltrate the national economy.

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The United Arab Emirates closed an Iranian state-linked hospital in Dubai amid escalating tensions after more than 2,000 missile and drone attacks since late February.
The UAE also shut Iranian schools and the Iranian Club, citing violations of local laws.
Staff were informed of the closure on March 14.
On March 20, the UAE arrested five individuals linked to Iran and Hezbollah for attempting to infiltrate the national economy.