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A drone attack has sparked a fire on a Kuwaiti tanker in the UAE, amidst ongoing attacks linked to the Iran conflict. This incident follows previous reports of the UAE rejecting claims of preparing for military action in the Strait of Hormuz.
A Kuwaiti crude oil tanker was attacked and set ablaze off the coast of Dubai, causing damage to its hull and prompting warnings of a potential oil spill. Kuwait has attributed the incident to Iran, though no casualties were reported, with fears of an oil spill in surrounding waters.
Dubai authorities contain Kuwaiti oil tanker incident, no spill or injuries reported Kuwait Times
US President Donald Trump shared a video purportedly showing a munitions depot in Iran being attacked, following reports of a US bombing in the night. American officials have confirmed that the US military struck a large ammunition depot in Isfahan with 907-kilogram bunker buster bombs during intense US-Israeli attacks, with witnesses recording dramatic footage of the strikes and explosions also reported in Tehran.
The United States has attacked an Iranian nuclear site, prompting Iran to strike a fully-loaded oil tanker off the coast of Dubai. The conflict has led to significant market volatility, with oil prices surging to near four-year highs and global stock markets experiencing sharp declines. International efforts, including mediation by Pakistan and China, are underway to de-escalate the situation.
Dubai authorities have announced a Dh1 billion (approximately €237.6 million) package of measures aimed at supporting the business sector, as the ongoing Middle East war continues to impact the economies of Gulf states.