Iranian Drones Strike Oil Tanker Near Fujairah Port
An oil tanker was targeted and struck by two Iranian-launched drones north of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, on May 4, 2026. The UAE government reported that the attack caused a significant fire on the vessel but resulted in no casualties. This incident marks the first direct Iranian assault on regional energy infrastructure since the April ceasefire. The strike has caused global oil prices to surge as concerns mount over the stability of Gulf shipping lanes.
Date: May 4, 2026
Location: United Arab Emirates
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: missile
Severity: HIGH
Source: CBS News