UAE Reports New Strikes As Ceasefire Weakens
The United Arab Emirates reported fresh missile and drone attacks on Friday as the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire came under renewed pressure. The escalation came hours after the United States said it had thwarted attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and carried out retaliatory strikes on Iranian military facilities.
UAE Responds To Missile And Drone Attacks
The UAE said its air defences were responding to missile and drone attacks, with no immediate reports of damage. The latest incident has raised concern across the Gulf because the UAE is a major energy, trade and logistics hub.
U.S. Says Navy Ships Were Targeted
The United States said three Navy ships came under attack while operating in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said the ships were not damaged and that U.S. forces responded by targeting Iranian military facilities linked to the attempted strikes.
U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Faces Fresh Pressure
The latest exchange has strained the already fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran. While both sides are still trading blows, they have so far avoided a full return to all-out fighting.
Pakistan Mediates U.S.-Iran Talks
Diplomatic efforts are continuing alongside the military escalation. Tehran said it was examining the latest U.S. proposals delivered through Pakistan, which is serving as a mediator. However, major issues remain unresolved, including Iran’s nuclear programme and the future of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and gas shipments.
