Netanyahu 'blunder' threatens US-backed Israel-UAE alliance at critical moment with Iran: analyst
Tensions are rising between Israel and the UAE, threatening their US-backed alliance amid escalating conflicts with Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent claims of a secret meeting with UAE President were swiftly denied by the UAE government. Analysts suggest that the situation is precarious, with high stakes for both nations as they navigate their relationship and the broader regional dynamics.
- ▪The US-brokered alliance between Israel and the UAE is showing signs of strain due to recent tensions.
- ▪Netanyahu's office announced a 'historic breakthrough' meeting with the UAE President, which the UAE quickly denied.
- ▪President Trump and Netanyahu are reportedly in frequent contact as tensions with Iran escalate.
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Benjamin Netanyahu Netanyahu 'blunder' threatens US-backed Israel-UAE alliance at critical moment with Iran: analyst Trump spoke with Netanyahu on Sunday as the Israeli leader said he was 'prepared for every scenario' with Iran By Emma Bussey Fox News Published May 17, 2026 6:34pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Drone strikes generator at nuclear power plant in UAE Chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst reports on a drone attack against a nuclear power plant in the UAE as President Donald Trump is set to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid stalled negotiations with Iran.
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