What UAE residents need to know tonight as US-Iran tensions continue (Sept. 13)

Dubai residents need to stay informed about several key areas as tensions between the United States and Iran persist. The most critical areas include flights, shipping, fuel markets, and regional security guidance. To stay updated on the latest developments, the Gulf News app is available for free download.

On Monday, Iran is set to meet Gulf states in Oman to discuss the Strait of Hormuz. The talks, which are expected to take place in the Omani city of Salalah, aim to strengthen regional security cooperation. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei highlighted the potential for greater stability and security in the region.

Earlier this week, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reported that Iran had reached an understanding with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. However, the details of the understanding remain unclear. The talks also come as Iran seeks to formalize its control over the waterway, including potentially charging fees for passage.

In a separate incident, an Iranian commercial vessel was struck near Qeshm Island early Sunday, with one person killed and three wounded. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations monitor reported the incident, but it is not yet clear if the reports refer to the same event. The US military has redirected 100 commercial vessels over the previous 60 days in response to the ongoing conflict.

The conflict also raises concerns about the potential impact on global oil supplies. Saudi Arabia shut its East-West oil pipeline following a drone attack launched from Iraqi territory. The pipeline outage could put about 4% of global oil supplies at risk if repairs are not made within days. The ongoing conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have already put pressure on energy markets.