US-Iran conflict: Explosions near Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas and drone strikes escalate Strait of Hormuz crisis; UAE's air defences respond to threats from Iran

The US-Iran conflict is escalating the Strait of Hormuz crisis, with attacks on the UAE involving missiles and drones. The US is urging Europeans to help secure the waterway, and CENTCOM is strengthening maritime blockade operations. Iran reiterated its commitment to friendly relations while rejecting colonialism.