The US fights to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truce

Around 5 May 2026, the United Arab Emirates came under drone and missile attack from Iran for a second day in a row, while the US moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The UAE said its air defences were engaging missiles and drones. Khaleej Times reported the attack came after 26 days of ceasefire, and The National reported that more than 85% of Iran's drone strikes on the UAE were thwarted.

Iran denied attacking the UAE, and Iranian command said no military operations were conducted against the UAE in recent days. The US said the ceasefire holds despite the attacks. Trump said the US will guide ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and OilPrice reported ships clustering off Dubai as Iran expands its area of control at Hormuz.