UAE reports drone and missile attack as Iran war ceasefire is challenged
🔴 Tension RisingNPR2026-05-08
The UAE responded to Iranian drone and missile attacks, further straining the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliated against Iranian military facilities. Despite the violence, Trump downplayed the exchange, asserting the ceasefire is holding and a deal could be reached 'any day'.