# Putin: Russia, UAE remain in contact on Middle East and other affairs

https://mins.news/en/item/56049

- TASS, 2026-09-12 16:55 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2186791

> Russia remains in close and constant contact with the leadership of the United Arab Emirates, including over developments across the Middle East, President Vladimir Putin said during a bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Putin said Moscow wanted to hear the UAE’s assessment and outlook for the region.

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