Iran Strikes UAE, Airport and Oil Hub Disrupted

Missiles and drones struck the United Arab Emirates on Monday, killing one civilian, disrupting air travel and triggering a fire at a key oil facility, as tensions in the Gulf escalated further.

The attacks came after Iran accused the UAE of facilitating strikes against its territory, an allegation firmly denied by Emirati authorities.

In Abu Dhabi, a missile hit a vehicle on the outskirts of the capital, killing a Palestinian civilian. In Fujairah, a drone strike ignited a fire at a major oil installation, forcing a temporary halt to operations. No injuries were reported there, but the incident raised concerns over energy supply disruptions.

The Fujairah hub is vital for the UAE’s oil exports, allowing shipments to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic route now affected by the ongoing conflict. Repeated strikes have led to the suspension of oil loading at the facility.

Elsewhere, a drone attack in Umm Al Quwain damaged a building without causing casualties, highlighting the widening scope of the strikes across different emirates.

Air travel was also hit, with operations at one of the world’s busiest international airports disrupted after a nearby fuel tank fire linked to a drone incident. Flights resumed gradually, but passengers described panic and temporary evacuations inside the terminal.

Witnesses reported thick smoke rising over affected areas and said explosions had become increasingly frequent, adding to growing unease among residents.

Since the conflict began, Iran has launched more than 1,900 missiles and drones at the UAE, targeting both strategic and civilian sites. While air defence systems have intercepted most of the projectiles, repeated attacks have strained infrastructure and disrupted daily life.

The wider region remains on edge. Explosions were reported in Doha, while Saudi Arabia said it intercepted dozens of drones. Qatar confirmed it faced multiple missile and drone attacks, most of which were neutralised, with minimal damage. Bahrain also reported intercepting hundreds of incoming projectiles since the start of the war.

The escalating strikes have heightened fears of a broader regional crisis, with diplomatic efforts yet to contain the rapidly intensifying conflict.