Iran hits key UAE oil port and Dubai airport
The port of Fujairah plays a crucial role in helping keep global supplies moving when the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.
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The port of Fujairah plays a crucial role in helping keep global supplies moving when the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.
A drone attack at Dubai International Airport hit a fuel tank, causing a fire and leading to the suspension of flights. The fire was later extinguished, and operations resumed.
A drone strike on the Port of Fujairah triggered fires and led to the suspension of some oil-loading operations. Debris from the attack fell onto parts of the port, but no casualties were reported.
The UAE's Fujairah region confirmed a drone attack on its oil industries area, causing a fire. No injuries were reported, and the fire was extinguished.
A drone attack in Umm Al Quwain led to a fire; however, no injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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