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Gulf on Edge as UAE Oil Hub Blaze Fuels Iran–US Tensions

  Smoke rises in the Fujairah oil industry zone, caused by debris after interception of a drone by air defences. A surge in regional tensions has followed a major fire at a UAE oil hub, sparked by debris from intercepted drones, as Iran vows retaliation for a recent U.S. strike on its Kharg Island oil facilities. The incident has intensified fears of broader conflict across the Gulf, with Iran warning that parts of the UAE could be considered legitimate targets.  A significant fire erupted at a major oil hub in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, after debris from intercepted drones fell onto the facility, disrupting operations and sending plumes of smoke across the region. The blaze occurred amid escalating hostilities following a U.S. strike on Iran’s Kharg Island—Tehran’s primary oil export terminal. Iran responded with sharp warnings, declaring that U.S. “hideouts” within the UAE could be targeted as legitimate military sites. The threat came as Iran continued missile and d...
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U.S. Warns Hezbollah Against Entering Iran-Israel Conflict

In a pointed diplomatic message, U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack cautioned Hezbollah against joining the escalating war between Iran and Israel, calling such a move a “very, very, very bad decision.” Speaking from Beirut during his visit to Lebanon, Barrack emphasized that the U.S. strongly opposes any expansion of the conflict, particularly by Tehran-backed Hezbollah.

Barrack, who also serves as the U.S. ambassador to Turkey, met with Lebanese officials including Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, a known ally of Hezbollah. While Hezbollah has condemned Israel’s strikes on Iran and expressed solidarity with Tehran, it has so far refrained from direct military involvement.

The warning comes amid heightened regional tensions, with both Iran and Israel exchanging missile strikes and the international community urging restraint. Hezbollah, still recovering from heavy losses in last year’s war with Israel, has remained cautious despite its rhetoric.

Barrack reiterated Washington’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and the importance of keeping the country out of broader regional hostilities. His visit underscores U.S. efforts to prevent further destabilization in the Middle East.

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