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Iran escalates attacks on infrastructure and transport networks across the Gulf | First Thing

The Guardian - World NewsEN 1 min read 100% complete by Clea SkopelitiMarch 12, 2026 at 01:21 PM
Iran escalates attacks on infrastructure and transport networks across the Gulf | First Thing
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Iran significantly escalated attacks on civilian infrastructure and transport networks across the Gulf on Wednesday, targeting commercial ships and Dubai's international airport. These actions occurred as US and Israeli warplanes launched new strikes. The UAE, particularly Dubai, has borne the brunt of these attacks, facing an existential threat as foreigners flee. The escalation has caused oil prices to rise above $100 a barrel, with Iran threatening a long "war of attrition." Meanwhile, a review revealed the US defense secretary has voiced extreme antipathy towards Iran for years. A bill addressing the situation has passed the House, but lacks the necessary votes in the Senate due to filibuster rules.

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Senate 30% House 30% Pete Hegseth 40% Israel 50% United States 60% United Arab Emirates 60% Dubai ×270% Gulf 70% Iran ×690%

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iran 100% attacks 90% transport networks 80% infrastructure 80% gulf 70% dubai 60% uae 60% oil prices 60% us 50% war of attrition 40%

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Iran

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