The UAE’s close ties to the US and Israel have placed the Gulf country under Iranian suspicion.
Sudan has recalled its ambassador to Addis Ababa, accusing Ethiopia of being behind attacks on Khartoum’s airport.
Iran says the country’s forces ‘have not carried out any missile or drone operations against the UAE in recent days’.
If confirmed, it would be Iran’s first attack on the UAE since the US-Iran ceasefire took effect on April 8.
Sudan claims it has evidence that four drone attacks have been launched from Ethiopia with UAE-supplied drones.
What Iran is saying about attack on UAE
The UAE says it intercepted Iranian missiles after a suspected drone attack, with no comment from Iran.
Iranian commander says US military attacked two passenger boats, not IRGC vessels, in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain denounce strikes, as Germany, UK and Canada urge Iran to return to talks.
US military says it is encouraging ships to pass through Hormuz Strait, but Iran says it is in full control of waterway.
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