Strait of Hormuz Tensions: UAE Under Attack from Iranian Missiles and Drones

In a significant escalation, the United Arab Emirates came under attack from Iranian missiles and drones, while Washington maintained a fragile ceasefire despite ongoing hostilities.

The U.S. military, responding to protect commercial shipping, destroyed several Iranian small boats and missile systems. U.S. officials stressed these measures were temporary as efforts continued to maintain open shipping lanes through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

The UAE's defense and foreign ministries condemned the attacks, pledging to defend their territory and asserting their right to respond. While Iran has not directly commented, its officials blamed U.S. actions and restated their strategic claims in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)