Commercial Vessel Hit by 'Unknown Projectile' Off UAE Coast; Crew Safe Amid Escalating Conflict

• A commercial vessel was targeted by an 'unknown projectile' off the UAE coast, but the crew is reported safe.
• The Middle East conflict has entered its fourth week, causing fatalities, infrastructure loss, and a global energy crisis.
• Iran is reportedly targeting UAE and other Gulf countries in response to US attacks, with UAE experiencing 1,714 drone, 334 ballistic missile, and 13 cruise missile strikes.
• Saudi Arabia expelled Iran's military attaché and diplomats, citing 'flagrant violation of international law' and warning of 'serious consequences'.
• Iranian aggression escalated after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, leading to attacks on Israeli and US assets and disrupting global energy markets.