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Three years have passed since Houthi militias targeted civilian facilities in the UAE in a terrorist attack that unified the world in rejecting aggression and showing solidarity with the Emirates.

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The attack aimed to isolate the UAE from the world, but regional and international reactions dealt a heavy blow to the Houthis and their schemes.

The entire world—its states, leaders, governments, as well as official, parliamentary, religious, and human rights organizations—rallied around the UAE in support and condemnation of the heinous terrorist act.

This solidarity transformed the attack into a day remembered for valor, unity, and love for the UAE, celebrating its constant efforts to promote security, stability, prosperity, dialogue, peace, and human fraternity worldwide.

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On January 17, 2022, Houthi militias launched a terrorist attack on civilian facilities in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, resulting in the deaths of three civilians of Asian nationalities.

153 Condemnations

The world stood united in condemning the attack, with over 153 official statements of denunciation globally.

Following the attack, UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received calls from numerous world leaders expressing their countries’ strong condemnation of the “heinous terrorist assaults” committed by the Houthi militias. They reiterated their support for the UAE and their solidarity in defending against such criminal acts.

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Among these leaders were Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI, Jordan’s King Abdullah II, as well as Presidents Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt and Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani of Mauritania, and many others.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council, also received similar calls of solidarity.

Numerous international organizations, including the UN, the Security Council, the Arab League, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, and others, strongly condemned the attack.

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Religious Institutions

Religious bodies such as Al-Azhar, the Muslim Council of Elders, and the Coptic Christian community expressed their support for the UAE, emphasizing its role as a model of peace and coexistence.

International Sanctions

This global solidarity was also reflected in concrete actions:

• The UN Security Council unanimously condemned the attack in a statement on January 22, 2022.
• The Arab League urged member states to designate the Houthis as a terrorist organization.
• The EU blacklisted the Houthis in March 2022, imposing sanctions against them.

 

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A Prominent Status

Three years have passed since the heinous Houthi terrorist attack, while international reports continue to highlight the prominent position of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the hearts of people worldwide. This recognition culminated in the UAE securing the 10th spot in the Global Soft Power Index 2024, involving 193 countries globally.

The UAE first entered the top 10 list in 2023, becoming the only Arab and Middle Eastern nation to achieve this milestone.

Here are the key indicators from the Global Soft Power Index 2024:

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1. The UAE ranks first globally for economic strength and stability.
2. The UAE is 10th globally in global leadership recognition.
   This position underscores the global status of the UAE’s wise leadership, which promotes values of peacebuilding and strengthens diplomatic relations with all nations for the benefit of humanity.
3. The UAE ranks 10th globally for public attention to its affairs.
   This is attributed to the country’s media institutions showcasing its developmental achievements and fostering effective communication with local, regional, and global audiences.

Through hosting major international events, such as Expo 2020, the UAE has reinforced its status as a promising destination in various economic and tourism sectors.

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1. The UAE ranks third globally in generosity.
   This position reflects the UAE’s commitment to humanitarian initiatives and foreign aid to support friendly nations during times of prosperity and adversity.
2. The UAE ranks 8th in technology and innovation.
3. The UAE ranks 8th in global influence.
4. The UAE ranks 8th in diplomatic impact.
   Their active diplomacy is evident in brokering 12 prisoner exchanges between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in the release of over 2,534 prisoners.
5. The UAE ranks 9th in safety and security.
   This highlights the UAE’s ability to provide a safe and stable environment, stemming from years of investment in high-level security systems.
6. The UAE ranks third globally for future growth opportunities.
7. The UAE ranks 10th for its positive image as a trade and business hub.

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