Accounts on social media circulated a report claiming the United Arab Emirates had issued an official statement recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Syrian Golan Heights.
The fact-checking team reviewed the official accounts and platforms of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the statements published through its official channels, alongside keyword searches related to the report and a review of credible local and international news sources. The verification found no official Emirati statement or declaration recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Syrian Golan.
Why is this claim false?
Fabricated news: An official position with no existence in any of the UAE's channels or statements was attributed to it, suggesting a diplomatic shift that no official body issued, in order to mislead the public about a sensitive official stance.
