Iran launched drone and missile strikes against targets in the United Arab Emirates, causing a massive fire at an oil facility in Fujairah. This was reported by CNN, according to UNN.
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According to UAE authorities, air defense systems intercepted 19 Iranian missiles and drones. However, one of the drones reached its target, causing a "significant fire" in the oil industry zone. As a result of the attack, three Indian citizens sustained moderate injuries.
UAE claims interception of three missiles from Iran04.05.26, 19:31
The escalation occurred amid the U.S. launch of the so-called "Project Freedom," aimed at restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. However, according to industry experts, the situation remains dangerous, and most vessels are avoiding transit through the region.
The strait is still incredibly dangerous, and I expect most vessels will continue to avoid transit
Fujairah is of strategic importance as one of the few oil export routes that allows bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. The current strikes represent the largest escalation since the announcement of a truce between the U.S. and Iran four weeks ago.
Amid the escalation, oil prices continue to rise, and in the U.S., gasoline costs have already reached their highest level in nearly four years.
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