Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:02am on 19 Aug 2026,Wednesday International
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran until further notice after its defence authorities detected two ballistic missiles allegedly launched from Iran. Abu Dhabi said the incident threatened regional security, while Tehran denied launching the missiles and rejected the UAE’s accusations. The dispute comes amid rising tensions over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global energy shipments. US President Donald Trump has claimed the United States has “total control” over the waterway, while Iran insists it retains control. The developments further raise concerns about regional stability and global oil supplies. (PC: X)
