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UAE reports fire at Fujairah facility after Iran drone strike

Iranintl • May 4, 2026

Authorities in Fujairah said a fire broke out at the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone after what they described as a drone strike from Iran, with civil defense teams working to bring the blaze under control.

Fujairah Civil Defense teams are continuing efforts to bring the blaze under control, officials said.

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Intensified Drone Warfare in Middle East Amid US-Iran Conflict Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the destruction of 111 drones since the onset of the US-Israel conflict on February 28, 2026. The IRGC stated that an armed MQ-9 drone was intercepted over Firuzabad, while another drone was shot down in Tabriz. Concurrently, the UAE Ministry of Defense announced the interception of nine ballistic missiles and 33 drones launched from Iran, bringing the total interceptions to 294 ballistic missiles and 1,600 drones since the start of hostilities. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties, including 1,300 deaths in Iran, and has affected civilian infrastructure and global markets. The war has entered its 16th day with ongoing aerial engagements and no signs of de-escalation. The UAE has reported six fatalities among its residents due to these attacks, highlighting the conflict's regional impact. 368 sources 71

UAE reports fire at Fujairah facility after Iran drone strike

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