UAE accuses Iran of attacks as ‘large fire’ breaks out at oil refinery

On 5 May 2026, the UAE accused Iran of attacks, and a 'large fire' broke out at an oil refinery, according to Al Jazeera. NDTV reported that an attack on a UAE port injured three Indians. The US said its ceasefire with Iran was holding despite an exchange of fire, including attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the UAE. Iran said there is 'no military solution' to the political crisis and warned the US and the UAE over tensions around Hormuz.

India's PM Modi condemned the attacks on the oil hub and expressed solidarity with the UAE. Pakistan's PM Shehbaz condemned the drone and missile attacks, and Pakistan's Sharif called for the ceasefire to be respected. Egypt's President Sisi condemned the Iranian attack and called for containing the escalation. Gulf and European leaders urged de-escalation.