World · 14 March 2026

Fire Breaks Out at UAE's Fujairah Oil Hub After Iran Attack

Energy supply chains face growing risk as smoke rose from Fujairah port, a major UAE oil hub, following Iranian strikes on Saturday. The UAE said its air defences intercepted nine ballistic missiles and 33 drones launched from Iran that day. Iran's IRGC warned that US interests in the UAE - including ports, docks, and military sites - are now legitimate targets.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 March 2026 at 16:36

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