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The United Arab Emirates intercepted a drone from Iran over its territorial waters, denying claims of an attack on the Al Menhad airbase. The incident follows renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, with Iran’s army stating that multiple drones targeted US assets in the region.
US oil companies reported significant profits amid rising prices due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, with Brent crude increasing approximately 22% since February. However, disruptions in the Gulf region have jeopardised their investments, potentially limiting future oil and gas supply from the area.
Heavy gunfire erupted in central Mogadishu amid planned protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire accused government forces of attacking him prior to the demonstrations, which were organised in response to Mohamud’s controversial one-year term extension following its expiration.
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