UAE Condemns Attack Targeting US President Donald Trump

UAE denounces violence, stands in solidarity with Donald Trump and reaffirms its commitment to global peace and security.

Publish date: Sunday، 26 April 2026 Reading time: 1 min read

UAE Condemns Attack Targeting US President Donald Trump

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The UAE has issued a strong condemnation of the attack targeting US President Donald Trump.

In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed the UAE's solidarity with Trump and his family, as well as the government and people of the United States. “The UAE affirms its solidarity with President Trump and his family, as well as the government and people of the US,” the statement read.

The ministry also conveyed its firm denunciation of the criminal acts, emphasizing its continued rejection of all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism that disrupt peace and stability. The statement underscored the UAE's commitment to global security and its stance against acts of violence.

Details of the Incident

The attack occurred during a high-profile event, where armed guards fired at a gunman who breached a security checkpoint near the ballroom of a hotel. President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, top government officials, and hundreds of guests were in attendance.

The evening turned chaotic when the gunman, identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, was able to charge through a checkpoint. Police arrested Allen after gunfire erupted in the venue's lobby during the White House Correspondents' Dinner earlier tonight. Authorities have confirmed that the event was attended by the President and First Lady, adding to the tension and urgency of the situation.

Further investigations into the incident are ongoing as officials work to determine the motive behind the attack. Security measures at the event were commended for their swift action in neutralizing the threat, ensuring the safety of attendees and dignitaries.