Holding of truce vital, UAE leader tells Iran president

Iran and Israel agree to ceasefire; Sheikh Mohamed underlines importance of regional stability; Dubai urges travellers to check flight status before heading to airport.

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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call on Tuesday from Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, during which Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel.

He expressed his hope that the agreement would serve as a foundation for enhancing stability, security and peace across the Middle East.

Sheikh Mohamed underlined the importance of ensuring the success of the agreement in a way that benefits all the countries and peoples of the region, reiterating the UAE's consistent stance in support of initiatives that advance peace and regional security.

President Pezeshkian thanked Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE's position and solidarity with the Islamic Republic following the Israeli military's targeting of its territory.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that a ceasefire between Iran and Israel was holding, shortly after he lashed out at both countries and cursed as he accused them of violating the truce.