Israel says embassy in UAE is 'open and operational'

Israel's foreign ministry has confirmed that its diplomatic missions in the United Arab Emirates are open and operational. Representatives continue to operate at the embassy in Abu Dhabi, and the consulate in Dubai is also functioning with the cooperation of local authorities. This statement contradicts earlier media reports that Israel was evacuating most of its diplomatic staff from the UAE. The reported evacuation was said to be in response to an updated travel warning from Israel's National Security Council.