Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
Multiple missiles and a drone were launched at the United Arab Emirates, reportedly injuring three people and causing a fire at an oil facility in the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, which the UAE has attributed to Iran. This attack comes amid ongoing maritime incidents near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping passage. The UN has urged all involved parties to exercise maximum restraint and avoid actions that may escalate tensions, emphasizing that diplomacy remains the only viable path forward, according to UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric.
The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) continues to monitor the situation closely. Natasha Brown, the IMO's head of communications, highlighted the increased risks for seafarers and commercial vessels in the area. The IMO has prepared evacuation plans, contingent on receiving adequate safety guarantees. Its Marine Environment Protection Committee adopted a resolution condemning attacks on commercial shipping, warning of serious environmental risks from ongoing hostilities.
Meanwhile, in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, civilians continue to be affected by airstrikes and gunfire, with recent weeks marking one of the highest counts of security incidents since the October 2025 ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Humanitarian facilities have come under fire, including an airstrike near a UN warehouse and damage to relief vehicles from stone throwing.
Restrictions on critical items such as engine oil, spare parts, and rubble-removal machinery are severely impacting aid delivery in Gaza. The breakdown of vehicles and generators has disrupted food distribution, water trucking, ambulance services, and medical supply deliveries. Generator failures are also affecting hospital operations, including intensive care units. The UN noted that as armored vehicles deteriorate, aid workers face increasing risks while attempting to reach those in need.