The United Arab Emirates is reportedly deporting Pakistani workers following growing tensions over Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement with Iran, according to reports cited by The New York Times.
Reports indicate that the fallout began after Pakistan attempted to position itself as a mediator between the United States and Iran during the escalating regional crisis. The diplomatic effort reportedly angered some Gulf allies, particularly the UAE, leading to what sources describe as a wave of visa cancellations and deportations targeting Pakistani expatriates.
Thousands of Pakistani workers are believed to have been affected, with social media and regional reports claiming that some individuals were detained, removed from jobs, or forced to leave the country with little notice. While official figures have not been confirmed publicly by Emirati authorities, the issue has sparked widespread concern among overseas Pakistani communities.
The development highlights the growing political tensions across the Gulf region as countries take sides over the Iran crisis. Analysts say the situation could strain relations between Islamabad and Abu Dhabi, especially at a time when millions of Pakistanis living in Gulf states depend heavily on overseas employment and remittances sent back home.
