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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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Israel Ends 844‑Day Hostage Countdown Clock

Women wrapped in Israeli flags stand in front of a clock counting the days since the deadly October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, at 'Hostages Square' in Tel Aviv.

A powerful symbol of national grief and determination in Tel Aviv is coming to a halt. After 844 days, the digital clock in Hostages Square—installed to mark the time since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack—will be switched off. The clock had become a central rallying point for families and supporters demanding the return of Israelis taken captive during the assault.

Its shutdown follows the recovery of the final hostage’s body, bringing a painful chapter to a close. The last victim, 24‑year‑old Ran Gvili, was killed while defending his community on the day of the attack. His family expressed deep gratitude for the solidarity shown throughout the long campaign to bring every hostage home.

For many Israelis, turning off the clock is both a moment of closure and a reminder of the profound losses endured. It marks the end of a long vigil and the beginning of a period of reflection on the events that reshaped the nation.


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