After Iran fired on the United Arab Emirates, a US official said the regime could hold out for several more weeks, but economic pressure “will force the commanders to seek an end.” Netanyahu briefed President Trump on his talks with the leaders, and according to diplomatic officials from the region, the talks also addressed tightening security cooperation.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth maintains the ceasefire is intact despite Iran's recent attacks.
The Yildirimhan missile, capable of Mach 25, was displayed at SAHA 2026 alongside loitering munitions and new air defense systems.
Abu Dhabi authorities activated air defenses after Iranian fire; a day earlier, an energy facility near Fujairah was heavily damaged and three foreign workers were wounded.
If he decides to act, the US president will pull Israel into a state of alert that will delay the Knesset’s dissolution and lead to the election being held as scheduled in October. If Trump chooses not to strike Iran again, Netanyahu will lead Israel to an election on Sept. 1. Sources who have spoken with Netanyahu recently say the prime minister is leaning toward moving up the election, partly due to the erosion of his security achievements
