UAE Condemns Iran’s ‘Terrorist’ Missile Strikes on Kurdistan Region, Six Peshmerga Killed

Peregraf — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned Iran’s missile attacks targeting military sites in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, describing them as “unprovoked terrorist attacks” that resulted in the deaths of six Peshmerga fighters and injuries to dozens more.

In an official statement, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the strikes, which hit two military positions in the Kurdistan Region, causing significant casualties among Peshmerga forces. The ministry said the attacks represent a “dangerous escalation” and a clear violation of international law.

The UAE reaffirmed its full solidarity with the Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government, stressing its support for efforts to safeguard security, protect civilians, and maintain regional stability.

It also extended condolences to the families of those killed, as well as to the people and government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, and wished a speedy recovery to those wounded in the attack.

Meanwhile, Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, said Iran has acknowledged responsibility for the strike on Peshmerga forces in Erbil’s Soran district, describing the incident as a “mistake” and pledging an investigation.

The attack occurred earlier Tuesday, when six Iranian ballistic missiles struck Peshmerga positions in two separate waves. According to the Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Peshmerga, the targets included the headquarters of the 7th Infantry Division under Command Area One, as well as a unit from the 5th Infantry Division.

At least six Peshmerga fighters were killed and around 30 others injured, marking one of the deadliest attacks on Kurdish forces in recent months.

Officials in the Kurdistan Region have condemned the strikes as a violation of Iraqi sovereignty and good neighborly relations, calling on Baghdad and the international community to take firm action to prevent further escalations.

The attack comes amid rising regional tensions linked to the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which began on February 28, 2026. Analysts warn that continued escalation risks drawing the Kurdistan Region into a broader conflict despite its stated neutrality.