Drone Attack Hits UAE Port Again, Forces Suspension of Oil Loading

A drone strike hit the Fujairah Port in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, sparking a major fire at one of the country’s key petroleum facilities. Civil defence teams responded promptly, containing the blaze with no injuries reported, the Fujairah Media Office confirmed.

Authorities were forced to suspend oil loading operations, disrupting activities at one of the world’s most important oil bunkering and export hubs. Officials noted that this marks another attack in recent days, following a separate strike on Saturday, highlighting the vulnerability of UAE’s energy infrastructure.

Fujairah sits at the terminus of the Habshan–Fujairah pipeline, part of the Abu Dhabi Crude Oil Pipeline system, which spans 248 miles and transports 1.5 million barrels of oil per day, with a capacity of 1.8 million barrels. The pipeline allows the UAE to export crude outside the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically vital chokepoint.

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The attacks come amid escalating regional tensions after the February 28 U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that U.S. assets in the UAE, including ports, docks, and military sites, could be targeted, while state media urged residents near Fujairah, Jebel Ali, and Khalifa ports to evacuate due to military activity.

Earlier on Monday, a separate drone strike hit a fuel depot near Dubai International Airport, causing a fire and temporarily disrupting flights. These incidents underscore growing concerns over the security of civilian and industrial infrastructure in the UAE.

Energy experts warn that repeated drone strikes on Fujairah Port could have serious repercussions for global oil supply and prices if disruptions continue. With the port handling a significant share of UAE crude exports, ongoing instability threatens to impact international energy markets.

UAE authorities are assessing the damage and reviewing security protocols to protect critical infrastructure as tensions in the Middle East remain high.

Drone Attack Hits UAE Port Again, Forces Suspension of Oil Loading

Iran–Israel Conflict Escalates As IRGC Threatens To Kill Netanyahu

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened to hunt down and kill Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate amid the ongoing regional confrontation.

In a statement published Sunday on Sepah News, the official website of the IRGC, the group described Netanyahu as a “child-killing criminal” and vowed to pursue him.

“If this criminal, the killer of children, is still alive, we will continue working to hunt him down and kill him with all our strength,” the statement said.

The threat comes amid intensifying hostilities in the Middle East involving Iran, Israel and the United States, with both sides exchanging accusations and military actions.

The statement also emerged alongside growing speculation on social media about Netanyahu’s health and whereabouts, after several online posts falsely claimed the Israeli leader had been killed in retaliation for recent military strikes.

However, Netanyahu’s office quickly dismissed the rumours as misinformation.

“These are fake news; the Prime Minister is fine,” the Israeli prime minister’s office told Anadolu Agency in response to the circulating claims.

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The speculation intensified after a video of Netanyahu surfaced online, with some users alleging the clip showed the prime minister with “six fingers.” The claim triggered suggestions that the footage might have been generated using artificial intelligence, further fuelling uncertainty and online conspiracy theories about his condition and location.

Security analysts say such misinformation has become increasingly common during the ongoing conflict, with rival actors and online users spreading manipulated or misleading content to influence public perception.

The IRGC threat comes as the confrontation between Iran and Israel entered its 16th day, raising fears of a broader regional escalation.

The crisis intensified after United States and Israeli forces launched coordinated air strikes on Iranian territory on February 28, targeting military installations and strategic facilities believed to be linked to Iran’s defence and missile infrastructure.

Tehran retaliated by launching ballistic missiles and deploying drones toward Israel, while also targeting US military bases across the Middle East, including installations in Iraq and Syria.

Iranian authorities have said the attacks were a response to what they described as “aggression against Iranian sovereignty.”

Meanwhile, Israeli officials maintain that their military actions are aimed at neutralising threats posed by Iran’s missile programme and regional military activities.

International observers have warned that the rising rhetoric and exchange of attacks could further destabilise the Middle East, with global powers closely monitoring the rapidly evolving situation.

Iran–Israel Conflict Escalates As IRGC Threatens To Kill Netanyahu

Netanyahu dispels death rumours, appears in video from Coffee Shop

Isreal Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed rumours circulating online claiming that he was killed in a recent Iran attack, appearing in a video to reassure the public that he is alive.

In the video posted on his X page, the Israeli prime minister was seen sitting in a coffee shop while addressing the speculation about his alleged death.

Reports had earlier surfaced on social media suggesting that Netanyahu was killed during an attack on Israel by Iranian forces amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Reacting to the claims, Netanyahu jokingly dismissed the rumours.

“They say I’m what? Watch,” he said in the video.

“I’m dying for coffee, you know what I mean? But for my people and how they behave, fantastic.”

The Israeli leader also used the opportunity to thank citizens for their support and urged them to continue observing safety instructions issued by the military.

“Your support is amazing, it empowers me, the government, the IDF,” he said, referring to the Israel Defense Forces.

“We’re doing things I can’t share now, but very strong operations in Iran and Lebanon today too.”

Netanyahu further advised Israelis travelling abroad to remain cautious and stay close to protected areas while the conflict continues.

“To those going abroad: go, but stay near a protected area,” he said.

He also urged the public to strictly follow directives from the Israel Home Front Command, which is responsible for civil defence and public safety during emergencies.

“To everyone: keep following Home Front Command orders at all times. Even heads of state, always near a protected room,” he added.

The video appears aimed at quelling speculation and reassuring Israelis as tensions continue to rise in the Middle East.