{
  "id": 11871838,
  "title": "Gargash rejects Velayati criticism of UAE position on three islands",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/gargash-rejects-velayati-criticism-of-uae-position-on-three-islands",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T06:38:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/gargash-rejects-velayati-criticism-of-uae-position-on-three-islands-1.500697675"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi's Dr Anwar Gargash, Assistant to the President, dismissed criticism from Iranian official Ali Akbar Velayati concerning the UAE's stance on Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa. In a post on X, Gargash stated that Velayati's political stance was inaccurate, with the UAE's stance supported by historical facts and documents. Gargash emphasized that the UAE favors resolving the long-standing conflict peacefully through bilateral negotiations or the International Court of Justice. He reiterated the country's commitment to asserting its legitimate rights with determination and responsibility, aiming for a peaceful resolution while adhering to international law. This response followed Velayati's rejection of the UAE's claims raised at the UN General Assembly, asserting Iran's ownership of the islands. The UAE has consistently advocated for peaceful settlement mechanisms, including direct negotiations with Iran or referral to the International Court of Justice.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi: Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has rejected criticism by Iranian official Ali Akbar Velayati of the UAE’s position on Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa, reaffirming Abu Dhabi’s preference for resolving the longstanding dispute peacefully. In a post on X, Gargash wrote that Velayati’s criticism of the UAE’s statement at the United Nations over the three…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}