Iran pushes back after Fujairah port explosion, denying involvement and instead accusing the United States of triggering instability through “military adventurism” in the Strait of Hormuz. As tensions spike, Tehran insists no pre-planned strike targeted UAE energy facilities, even as the UAE reports injuries and calls the situation a dangerous escalation. WATCH

A major escalation has been reported across the Gulf region as alleged drone and missile activity triggers widespread air defence responses in the United Arab Emirates. According to early reports, multiple aerial threats were intercepted over UAE airspace, while emergency systems were activated across key cities including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The situation intensified after a reported strike on the Fujairah industrial zone, where a refinery was engulfed in fire following a suspected drone impact. Civil defence teams were immediately deployed to contain the blaze as tensions surged across critical energy infrastructure. Authorities also confirmed that mobile emergency alerts were issued, instructing residents in several regions to remain indoors as precautionary measures were enforced during the unfolding situation. WATCH