Middle East latest: US says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Bahrain

Dubai: A vessel belonging to ADNOC Logistics and Services has suffered damage following an attack in UAE territorial waters in the Arabian Gulf, the company announced on Tuesday. The incident unfolds as Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries endorse the creation of a sophisticated military command headquarters in Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia reports intercepting two missiles and a drone.

Additional updates are forthcoming as response teams work to assess the full extent of the damage. Here are nine crucial updates UAE residents should be aware of tonight, November 10:

1. ADNOC vessel sustains damage: The logistics company confirms that one of its vessels has been hit in the Arabian Gulf, and response teams are actively working to contain the situation.

2. GCC approves military command headquarters in Kuwait: The six GCC nations have agreed to establish an advanced military command headquarters in Kuwait, with troops and forces to be deployed upon further notice. Further details regarding the headquarters' establishment, size, and deployment timeline remain undisclosed.

3. Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles and drone: Saudi Arabia's air defenses successfully shot down a ballistic missile and a cruise missile launched by Yemen's Houthi movement towards Riyadh, as well as a drone in the Eastern Province. No casualties or damage were reported from these interceptions. Schools in Riyadh transitioned to online classes as a precautionary measure.

4. Trump reports progress in Iran negotiations: US President Donald Trump announced positive progress in talks with Iran's leadership, suggesting that further military action may not be necessary unless Iran escalates further. Iran, however, insists on its demands being met before any agreement can be reached, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and lifting sanctions.

5. Iran claims two oil tankers burning in the Strait of Hormuz: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported that two oil tankers were engulfed in flames due to explosions in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC claimed the vessels attempted to use an unauthorized shipping route, leading to the explosions. The incident's authenticity and the extent of the damage have yet to be independently verified.

Additionally, the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency noted that shipping through the strait has dropped to approximately 65% of pre-conflict levels.

6. Qatar joins G7 discussions: Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani participated in G7 talks in Paris alongside European and Saudi officials to discuss the Iran crisis. The discussions focused on the security and economic consequences of the conflict for the region and the international community. While the G7 continues its efforts, a resolution to the conflict still remains elusive.

7. Houthi authorities report rising death toll in Yemen: Yemen's Houthi authorities announced that the death toll from air strikes on homes in and around Sanaa has increased to 44, including 21 children and 10 women. The strikes targeted the village of Al Shariya, east of Sanaa, on Saturday. The accuracy of these figures and the circumstances surrounding the strikes have not been independently verified.

8. Republican Congressman introduces impeachment articles against Defense Secretary: Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has introduced eight articles of impeachment against US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging misconduct related to the ongoing conflict with Iran.