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UAE reportedly carried out secret strikes on Iran targeting a key refinery on Lavan Island
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Published on 12 May 2026
A refinery on Lavan Island was allegedly hit
The UAE has reportedly carried out unconfirmed military strikes against Iran, including an alleged early-April attack on a refinery on Lavan Island. The Wall Street Journal cites sources familiar with the matter, while Reuters has not independently verified the claims. With no public confirmation from the UAE yet, the episode remains closely watched amid rising regional tensions.
- Reports claim the UAE conducted strikes against Iran
- Allegedly targeted a refinery on Lavan Island early April
- UAE has not publicly confirmed the actions
- Reuters has not verified the claims so far
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