Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secretly visited the United Arab Emirates during the war with Iran, where he met with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, according to the Prime Minister's Office. The visit was described as leading to 'a historic breakthrough' in relations between the two countries, though specific details were not disclosed.

During the conflict, intelligence chief David Barnea also reportedly traveled to the Emirates at least twice to coordinate military operations. The visits were said to reflect deepening security ties between Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi.

Throughout the war, Israel and the United Arab Emirates maintained close security coordination. Israel deployed missile defense batteries and military personnel to help defend the Gulf state from Iranian attacks, while the Emirates reportedly carried out strikes inside Iran, including against a refinery.