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UAE reports missile and drone strike as US Iran ceasefire wobbles again

International
Published on 8 May 2026
UAE reports missile and drone strike as US Iran ceasefire wobbles again

UAE strikes hours after US claims thwarted attacks

The UAE reported responding to a missile and drone attack hours after the US said it stopped attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident further tests a US Iran ceasefire that has largely held since April 8, after failed talks hosted by Pakistan to end the conflict that began Feb 28.

  • UAE says it responded to missile and drone attacks
  • The reports follow US claims of thwarted Hormuz ship attacks
  • US Iran ceasefire faces new strain since April 8
  • Pakistan hosted talks ended without an agreement
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