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19 August 2026

UAE accusation of Iranian missile fire

The incident serves as context for understanding regional instability in the Middle East, which impacts India's energy security and the safety of the Indian diaspora, though it does not directly involve India as a primary party.

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Notes

  • The UAE Defence Ministry reported the detection of two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward its territory.
  • The first missile landed outside UAE territorial waters, while the second landed within them.
  • The UAE Interior Ministry issued a brief phone alert to residents warning of a potential missile threat, which was subsequently lifted.
  • This incident marks the first detected missile barrage aimed at the UAE in several months.
  • Previous alerts occurred in June (false alarm) and July (attack did not enter territory), with the last warning prior to that in early May.
  • State-owned oil company ADNOC has reported repeated targeting of its tankers in recent weeks.

Questions

  1. The recent escalation of security threats in the Persian Gulf region poses significant challenges to global energy security and maritime stability. Discuss the implications of these regional tensions for India's strategic interests and energy supply chains in West Asia. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the recent security developments reported by the UAE Defence Ministry regarding ballistic missile activity?

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