Exploring the the UAE-Israel Strategic Alliances and the Ambiguous Intentions Behind its Aid Efforts for Gaza strip
watan-Emirates Leaks, an opposition website, has published a report revealing what it describes as the motives behind the UAE’s supportive stance towards Israeli occupation and Abu Dhabi’s ambitions at the expense of Arab populations.
The report, as highlighted by (source), asserts that there is a U.S.-Israeli consensus, with the UAE viewing itself as a significant party in eliminating Palestinian resistance and ending Hamas rule in Gaza.
Accordingly, the UAE is diligently employing all available means to eradicate Hamas and Palestinian resistance, aligning with its aspirations to eliminate resistant Islamic political movements.
The source points to Abu Dhabi’s confrontational approach towards the Islamic movement and resistance forces, evident through its handling of the Arab Spring and support for coups everywhere.
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Motives Behind the UAE’s Support for Israel
The Emirati government’s backing of Israel has raised questions about the underlying motivations driving this stance. A report by the opposition website “Emirates Leaks” sheds light on the perceived reasons behind the UAE’s supportive position toward Israeli actions and its ambitions, which allegedly come at the expense of Arab populations.
According to the report, there exists a U.S.-Israeli consensus, with the UAE positioning itself as a pivotal player in efforts to eliminate Palestinian resistance and bring an end to Hamas rule in Gaza. The report suggests that the Emirates is actively working towards these goals, utilizing all available means to dismantle both Hamas and Palestinian resistance movements. This aligns with the UAE’s broader aspirations to eradicate Islamic political movements that resist its influence.
The source emphasizes Abu Dhabi’s confrontational approach towards Islamic movements and resistance forces. This approach is said to be evident in the UAE’s handling of events such as the Arab Spring and its consistent support for coups in various regions. The report underscores the need to examine the complex motivations driving the UAE’s support for Israel, raising important questions about the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.
The Gulf Center for Thought was cited by the website, stating that there are several motivations behind the UAE government’s support for Israel, rooted in the ambitions of the ruling regime in Abu Dhabi. These motivations include seeking regional influence and promoting anti-Arab counter-revolutions.
This is said to explain the involvement of the UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah bin Zayed, in an old American article titled “Is Imposing Guardianship on Palestine the Solution?” The article aligns with the supportive framework for ending Hamas in Gaza.
Abu Dhabi recognizes that an escalation in Palestinian territories could bolster popular resistance, represented by Hamas, thwarting Abu Dhabi’s plan to marginalize and weaken these movements. The UAE fears a Hamas victory and the potential targeting of the Israeli energy sector, similar to the 2021 Gaza war, which Abu Dhabi aims to invest billions in, putting Emirati investments at risk.
The controversial stance of the UAE has led to the launch of an Arab campaign to “boycott the UAE and its products” as one practical means of pressure, condemning what they describe as the UAE’s “suspicious” official position and the Emirati companies supporting it.
Skepticism Surrounds UAE’s Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
On another note, observers have described the humanitarian aid purportedly provided by the UAE to the Palestinian people in Gaza as deceptive and suspicious, suggesting that it aims to polish the UAE’s image as it forges relationships with an occupying force accused of committing atrocities against the Palestinian population.
Critics argue that the UAE is attempting to improve its image by showcasing humanitarian support for the besieged population of Gaza, despite its alignment with Israeli policies and agenda, thus falling into the trap of early normalization with Israel.
Previously, Abu Dhabi was embroiled in a major spying scandal involving the surveillance of resistance factions during Israel’s 2014 war on Gaza. Today, there are allegations that UAE employees in the Gaza Strip are acting as spies for Israel.
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Media reports have confirmed Israeli intelligence’s plans to infiltrate spies through companies comprising individuals of Emirati origin, working under the guise of supporting reconstruction efforts in Gaza. The suspicions surrounding the UAE’s humanitarian aid underscore a complex situation, raising questions about the true intentions behind the aid and the extent of the UAE’s alignment with Israeli interests.
