Iran's Rouhani assails UAE-Israeli deal as 'huge mistake'
IRGC goes even further, terming the agreement "the biggest betrayal in history."
While the deal to normalize ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been celebrated by some analysts and regional and world leaders, it instantly became an issue of concern for the Islamic Republic of Iran, which sees potential danger in an Israeli presence in the Persian Gulf.
Immediately after the announcement that Israel and the UAE have decided to normalize ties and establish commercial and communication links, President Hassan Rouhani criticized the decision. “The Emirates are making a huge mistake and I hope they return from this path,” Rouhani said.
