Diplomatic Tensions Rise as UAE Condemns Embassy Unrest in Damascus

The United Arab Emirates has denounced protests and vandalism acts near its Damascus diplomatic mission, urging Syria to secure the site, investigate the incidents, and prevent future occurrences. Social media videos depict protester gatherings, though their authenticity remains unverified. The UAE stresses the importance of protecting its diplomatic personnel and property.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed strong condemnation over what it calls "riots, acts of vandalism, and assaults" that occurred outside its diplomatic mission and the residence of its head of mission in Damascus on Saturday.

In response to these incidents, the UAE has called on the Syrian government to uphold its international responsibilities by ensuring the security of the UAE embassy, safeguarding its personnel, launching an investigation into the events, and taking measures to prevent any recurrence, according to a statement released by the UAE's foreign ministry.

Unverified videos that have surfaced on social media platforms show groups of protesters gathered outside the UAE embassy in Damascus. The footage, yet to be confirmed by reliable sources, adds to the tension surrounding the diplomatic situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)