A major escalation is unfolding in the United Arab Emirates after missile and drone strikes hit key infrastructure, triggering a massive fire at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone. Authorities say air defenses intercepted multiple ballistic and cruise missiles along with drones, but a strike still ignited a blaze at the vital oil hub. Three Indian nationals were injured in the incident sparking a furious reaction from the Indian MEA. Iran has denied responsibility, blaming the United States for the incident and warning of “asymmetric operations” in regional waters.