Abu Dhabi — March 3, 2026. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a formal statement on Tuesday rejecting a Bloomberg report on the country’s defence capabilities, calling the coverage “false and misleading” and saying the assertions are unfounded.
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Official response
The ministry said the Bloomberg article “does not reflect the UAE’s real level of preparedness, technological sophistication or operational readiness,” and categorically rejects the false and misleading claims. The statement urged verification with official sources before publishing sensitive national-security information.
Key assertions by the ministry
- The UAE “possesses diverse, integrated and multi-layered air defence systems” capable of countering a full spectrum of aerial threats.
- These systems include long-range, medium-range, and short-range platforms, which the ministry said provide comprehensive protection of the nation’s airspace.
- The UAE “maintains a robust strategic stockpile of munitions,” ensuring sustained interception and response capabilities over extended periods while preserving full operational readiness to safeguard national security and sovereignty.
- The ministry reaffirmed that the UAE’s defence capabilities, institutional readiness, and integrated national security framework remain steadfast and uncompromised, and that the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors is an absolute priority.
Full official text
The ministry’s online release — dated Tue 03/3/2026 on the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs Media Hub — states in part: “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs categorically rejects the false and misleading claims published by Bloomberg regarding the United Arab Emirates’ advanced defensive capabilities. These assertions are unfounded and misrepresent the UAE’s high level of preparedness, technological sophistication, and operational readiness.”
