European allies of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) slammed Monday's deadly drone strikes in Abu Dhabi – a rare attack on Emirati soil amid the spiraling Yemen conflict. Three fuel trucks exploded near the capital's international airport, killing two Indian nationals and a Pakistani resident working for the state oil company ADNOC. Six others were injured.
Why Now?
The UAE has largely avoided direct fallout from Yemen's civil war, despite backing Saudi-led coalition forces against Houthi rebels since 2015. This attack marks a dramatic escalation, with Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea claiming responsibility: "Five ballistic missiles and drones targeted sensitive Emirati sites." 🔥
Proxy War Heating Up
The conflict – dubbed a "real-world Game of Thrones" by analysts – pits the Saudi-backed Yemeni government against Iran-aligned Houthis. Over 7 years, it's created the world's worst humanitarian crisis, with millions displaced and starving. 🌍💔
What's Next?
As global powers urge de-escalation, questions loom: Will UAE retaliate? Can fragile peace talks survive? For now, the strikes signal Yemen's war is spilling beyond borders – and innocent lives are paying the price.
