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UAE Dismantles Iran-Linked Terror Group Amid Rising Threats

4/20/2026

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The UAE State Security Department announced on April 20, 2026, the dismantling of a terrorist organization linked to Iran, which aimed to undermine national unity and conduct sabotage within the UAE.
Investigations revealed the group was recruiting Emiratis and inciting negative sentiments against UAE policies, with ties to Iran’s Wilayat al-Faqih doctrine.
Lebanon's Foreign Ministry condemned the group's activities, linking Hezbollah to recent plots against the UAE.
The UAE has intercepted numerous missile and drone attacks from Iran since February 2026.

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The UAE State Security Department announced on April 20, 2026, the dismantling of a terrorist organization linked to Iran, which aimed to undermine national unity and conduct sabotage within the UAE.
Investigations revealed the group was recruiting Emiratis and inciting negative sentiments against UAE policies, with ties to Iran’s Wilayat al-Faqih doctrine.
Lebanon's Foreign Ministry condemned the group's activities, linking Hezbollah to recent plots against the UAE.
The UAE has intercepted numerous missile and drone attacks from Iran since February 2026.