UAE Condemns Tanker Attacks: The UAE accused Iran of striking two ADNOC oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it “piracy” by the Revolutionary Guard Corps and a breach of UN rules protecting free navigation. No injuries were reported, and the UAE urged Iran to halt the attacks and honour the ceasefire.

Hegseth Disputes Warship Reports: Hegseth also pushed back on reports of worsening conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, calling them misrepresented, though he did not directly address claims of supply shortages or crew welfare concerns during its deployment since November.

Oil supply is expected to fall 4% this year, the International Energy Agency said, as the standoff continues.

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