United Arab Emirates
Paris is preparing for a possible conflict with Russia by 2030. Priorities will include cheap anti-drone measures and strengthening air defense.
An Iranian drone damaged the Kuwaiti vessel Al-Salmi, causing a fire without an oil spill. The attack led to a jump in WTI oil prices to $107.
Ukraine has agreed with the Persian Gulf countries on strengthening air defense and joint defense production. Partners will also ensure the supply of diesel fuel.
Since February 28, Iran has launched 5,471 missile and drone attacks on the Persian Gulf region. The UAE was the most affected, and 309 people died in Kuwait due to shelling.
Iran's missile and drone attack damaged the Al Taweelah site in Abu Dhabi and injured workers. The attack on one of the market leaders caused panic in the automotive industry.
UAE Presidential Advisor Anwar Gargash called on Tehran to compensate for damages caused by the aggression. A political solution must include guarantees of non-aggression in the future.
As a result of the Iranian attack, 11 people were killed and 178 were injured. UAE defense forces successfully destroyed 58 aerial targets within one day.
Ukraine plans joint production with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Cooperation includes investments in energy and the exchange of experience in combating UAVs.
Mubarak Al-Kabeer and Shuwaikh ports were damaged by drones and missiles. In the UAE, six people were injured and fires broke out in the capital due to shelling.
Umerov's spokeswoman and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Iran's statements about the destruction of a warehouse with Ukrainian specialists a fake. Officials denied the information about the attack in the UAE.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy began a visit to Qatar as part of his tour of the Persian Gulf countries. The President emphasized the importance of partnership for security.
The spokesman for Khatam al-Anbiya claims the destruction of a facility with 21 Ukrainian specialists in the UAE. There are currently no official confirmations of the attack from Ukraine or the Emirates.
Ukrainian specialists in the UAE are implementing combat experience to protect the sky and infrastructure. The President discussed with the team the strengthening of the Emirates' security.
The President of Ukraine met with Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the UAE. The parties are finalizing an agreement on defense cooperation and protection against terror.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is finalizing agreements with the UAE and Qatar on cooperation in air defense and drones. The countries will exchange experience in countering Iranian attacks.
Zelenskyy announced the possibility of exporting surplus systems and exchanging expertise with partners. Ukraine seeks to obtain air defense missiles from countries in the region.
Beijing is using the conflict to promote stability and justify future aggressive actions against Taiwan. The war threatens to increase oil prices for China.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are increasing their support for the US, opening airbases and freezing Tehran's assets. The reason for this is the constant attacks on energy facilities.
The US President announced a five-day pause in attacks on Iran's energy facilities to stabilize oil prices. Tehran denies that negotiations took place.
Gas supplies decreased by 20% due to the conflict in the Middle East. The shutdown of a plant in Qatar and damage to infrastructure caused a market deficit.
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have changed their stance and are asking for Iran to be weakened by force. Attacks on oil infrastructure have forced the region to support Washington's actions.
Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on a plant in Qatar, LNG exports will stop in 10 days. Global gas prices are soaring due to the deficit.
Yuri and Lidiya Korzhavin, a UAE-based firm, and two other foreign nationals were removed from the lists. The US Treasury Department did not officially state the reasons for lifting the restrictions.
Germany introduced a temporary license to expedite military equipment deliveries. Simplified exports will be valid for six months without individual applications.
Ukrainian specialists are sharing their experience in combating Shahed drones in Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. The number of involved experts has increased to 228 people.
Rustem Umerov reported on the work of Ukrainian teams in Gulf countries to protect the sky. Specialists are implementing technologies to counter air threats.
Saudi Arabia intercepted a missile over the port of Yanbu, and a drone attacked the Mina al-Ahmadi plant in Kuwait. Tehran has intensified strikes on the region's energy facilities.
Iran attacked the world's largest LNG plant in Ras Laffan, causing Brent to rise to $112. Experts warn of a global supply shock.
Ukraine has already sent 201 specialists to the Gulf countries to protect against Iranian drones. 11 states have approached Kyiv for unique interception experience.
Israeli forces, supported by the US, struck South Pars and Assaluyeh facilities. Iran threatens retaliation and attacks on neighbors' oil assets.