UAE Allegedly Conducted Secret Military Strikes in Iran

A recent report claims the United Arab Emirates secretly carried out military strikes inside Iran, targeting an oil refinery on Lavan Island amidst heightened regional tensions.

Tue May 12 2026

UAE's Alleged Covert Strikes on Iranian Territory

A recent media report has claimed that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) carried out covert military strikes on Iranian territory. The alleged strikes are said to have occurred during heightened regional tensions involving the United States and Israel. According to the report, one of the targets was a refinery located on Lavan Island in the Persian Gulf.

Lack of Official Confirmation and Speculation

The UAE government has not publicly confirmed or acknowledged any involvement in such operations. Similarly, Iranian authorities have also not issued a detailed public statement confirming damage from such an incident. It remains unclear whether the alleged strike occurred before or after a reported ceasefire announcement by the U.S. administration. This report has added to ongoing speculation about the extent of regional involvement in the wider conflict dynamics.

*Source: YouTube: WION (2026-05-12)*

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