Iranian Drone Strike Causes Major Fire at Fujairah Oil Hub in UAE
An Iranian-launched drone targeted the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone in the United Arab Emirates late on May 4, 2026, causing a significant fire at a key energy hub. UAE air defenses reportedly intercepted a larger salvo of 12 ballistic missiles and multiple drones during the overnight hours of May 5. The United Nations expressed concern over the resurgence of regional hostilities, which injured three people. Iran has officially denied responsibility for the attack despite regional intelligence pointing to Iranian launch sites.