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United Arab Emirates intercepts Iranian drone over its waters
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- The UAE Air Force intercepted an Iranian drone over its territorial waters on Monday, marking a dangerous escalation amid ongoing regional tensions following recent U.S.-Iran exchanges of fire.
- The UAE condemned the drone incident as a violation of its sovereignty and security, denying Iranian claims that its Al Minhad Air Base was targeted.
- The U.S. conducted strikes on Iranian rocket launchers on an island in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, prompting Iran to launch missiles at U.S. sites in Jordan, which were intercepted.
- Iran affirmed its right to self-defense and vowed decisive responses to any military aggression, while Iranian officials emphasized they do not seek war despite the heightened conflict.
- Economic pressure on Iran continues as the U.S. pushes for international cooperation to isolate Tehran, with recent moves including the UAE suspending trade with Iran following alleged missile attacks on shipping.
