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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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Trump’s Second UK State Visit Unfolds with Unprecedented Pageantry and Political Stakes

 

First Lady Melania Trump, US President Donald Trump, King Charles III and Queen Camilla stand during the state visit by the US president at Windsor Castle.


US President Donald Trump has begun his historic second state visit to the United Kingdom, greeted with the largest military ceremonial welcome for a state visit in living memory. King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted the president and First Lady Melania Trump at Windsor Castle, where the day’s events included a carriage procession, a Red Arrows flypast, and an inspection of the Guard of Honour.

Trump, the first elected politician to be invited for two UK state visits, expressed his affection for Britain, noting his Scottish heritage. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is using the visit to bolster the “special relationship,” secure billions in US investment, and push forward trade talks.

The trip comes amid tight security, protests in London, and lingering questions over both leaders’ past associations with Jeffrey Epstein. While the royal spectacle aims to charm the president, the political agenda will dominate when Trump and Starmer meet at Chequers to discuss trade, Ukraine, and the Middle East.


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