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Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 29 July 2025UIN 65214

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, when he last met with his United Arab Emirates counterpart to discuss that country's actions to deescalate tensions between Israel and Iran.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The Foreign Secretary is in regular contact with his Emirati counterpart. They spoke most recently on 23 June to discuss regional tensions and the importance of de-escalation and diplomacy.

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