Iran has exposed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for supporting the recent U.S. military operation against Tehran after Washington announced sweeping export policy changes granting the Gulf nation broader access to advanced American technology.

The reaction followed a statement from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), which said it was easing export controls on the UAE in recognition of its status as a major U.S. defense partner and its support for American national security interests, including Operation Epic Fury.

Under the new policy, the UAE will be removed from restrictive export control categories, allowing approved government entities and companies to receive a range of U.S. technologies with fewer licensing requirements. The changes also expand access to advanced computing products, including AI chips and servers, as part of the U.S.-UAE artificial intelligence cooperation framework.

Responding to the announcement, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, said the U.S. decision amounted to an acknowledgment of the UAE’s support for the American military operation against Iran.

In a post on X, Gharibabadi claimed Washington had rewarded Abu Dhabi by relaxing export restrictions, describing the move as an “official admission” by the United States. He argued that the development creates international legal responsibility for the UAE and said Abu Dhabi should be held accountable for what Tehran alleges was its role in supporting the U.S. attack.

The U.S. announcement does not state that the UAE participated in military operations. Instead, it says the export policy changes recognize the country’s support for U.S. national security interests and its longstanding defense partnership with Washington.

The UAE has not publicly commented on Iran’s allegations.