Middle East war: 5 things UAE residents need to know today (Nov 15, 2026)

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Saudi Arabia thwarts missile threats targeting Riyadh and oil-rich regions The Middle East conflict saw fresh escalation on Sunday as Yemeni government forces withdrew from…

Saudi Arabia thwarts missile threats targeting Riyadh and oil-rich regions

The Middle East conflict saw fresh escalation on Sunday as Yemeni government forces withdrew from positions near Bab Al Mandab, Bahrain intercepted Iranian aerial attacks and Saudi Arabia reported new missile and drone threats. Meanwhile, reports of tanker explosions in the Strait of Hormuz kept maritime security in focus, despite a recent decline in international oil prices.

Here are five key developments UAE residents need to know this evening.

Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces announced Sunday that they were withdrawing from positions near Bab Al Mandab to strengthen defences around Aden, Reuters reported.

The retreat represents a significant setback in the campaign against Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, who seized territory along the Red Sea coast in September.

Government forces said the redeployment was necessary to protect Aden and neighbouring areas.

The withdrawal raises concerns about further Houthi advances towards the southern port city and the security of Bab Al Mandab, a vital shipping passage connecting the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

For UAE importers and exporters, instability along this route could increase freight costs, shipping insurance premiums and delivery delays.

Bahrain said Sunday that its air defences intercepted and destroyed several Iranian aerial attacks following security warnings urging residents to seek shelter.

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