Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed the latest regional developments in a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday, November 5, 2026. He stressed the importance of de-escalation and advancing diplomatic efforts to strengthen regional security and stability.

According to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the call was initiated by the Iranian foreign minister. The two sides reviewed the broader regional situation and the latest developments. Sheikh Abdullah emphasised that de-escalation and the pursuit of diplomatic channels could help consolidate security and stability across the region.

Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs also said the talks addressed the latest regional developments as part of diplomatic efforts to preserve regional stability.

The call was part of a series of intensive consultations between Araghchi and the foreign ministers of countries across the region, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Türkiye. The discussions came amid diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the United States and continuing concerns over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.