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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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Belarus Weighs Nuclear Capability for Polonez Missile Systems Amid Rising Tensions

 

Belarusian members of the military take part in a Victory Day parade, which marks the anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two, in Minsk


Belarus is exploring the possibility of equipping its domestically produced Polonez multiple-launch rocket systems with nuclear warheads, according to senior security officials. The move comes as Minsk seeks to modernize its missile production and bolster defense capabilities in response to what it describes as growing military threats from neighboring NATO countries.

President Alexander Lukashenko emphasized the need to strengthen Belarus’ strategic arsenal, noting that the country is also considering integrating technology from Russia’s Oreshnik hypersonic missile into a joint weapons project. While Belarus does not possess its own nuclear weapons, it hosts Russian tactical nuclear arms under Moscow’s control.

The Polonez system, jointly developed with China and in service since 2016, has recently seen its range extended from 200 km to 300 km. Officials say discussions on nuclear armament are still in the exploratory phase, but the prospect has already raised concerns about regional security and the balance of power in Eastern Europe.


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