Iran war: Germany condemns attacks on UAE

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has urged Iran to return to the negotiating table after the UAE was targeted by drone and missile attacks. DW has the latest.

• Germany 'strongly condemns' new Iranian attacks on the UAE
• France, UK also join in the condemnation
• Iran's foreign minister criticizes US blockade on Iranian ports: 'Project Freedom is Project Deadlock'

Welcome to DW's coverage of the ingoing conflict in the Middle East on Tuesday, 5 May, 2026. Catch up yesterday's developments here.