Oil and Ill Will: The UAE's Break with Iran The United Arab Emirates' decision to sever trade ties with Iran has cast a long shadow over regional politics, underscoring the volatile nature of Middle Eastern conflicts.
On its surface, this move may seem like a tit for tat response to reported missile strikes on UAE territorial waters.
However, scratch beneath the surface and you'll find a complex web of strategic interests, historic animosities, and economic imperatives.