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Iran Missile Barrage Hits UAE as U.S. Fires Back in Strait

08 May 2026 06:25

The UAE reported responding to an Iranian missile barrage on Friday, wounding three people, as the U.S. military struck Iranian facilities in the Strait of Hormuz.

The attacks threaten a fragile ceasefire. - Three wounded in UAE after air defenses engaged two ballistic missiles and three drones from Iran.

- U.S. military says it thwarted attacks on three Navy ships and struck Iranian military facilities.

- Iran created a new agency to control shipping through the strait, raising international concerns. - A Chinese-crewed oil tanker was attacked near the strait, with no casualties reported.

The U.S. awaits Iran's response in diplomatic talks, while global fuel prices remain high due to the blockade.

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