The United Arab Emirates (UAE) confirmed that its air defenses intercepted missile and drone threats from Iran early on Friday, marking a significant test of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, which has been in place since April 7. This escalation follows a day of exchanges of fire in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil and gas shipments. U.S. President Donald Trump stated that three U.S. Navy destroyers were attacked in the strait but reported no damage to the vessels. He emphasized that the ceasefire remains in effect and downplayed the recent exchanges, asserting that the U.S. inflicted substantial damage on Iranian forces. Meanwhile, Iran's military accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by targeting its ships and civilian areas, claiming to have retaliated against U.S. military vessels. Following these clashes, oil prices rose sharply, with Brent crude surpassing $100 per barrel. Despite the tensions, Trump expressed optimism about ongoing negotiations with Iran, suggesting that both sides are still considering a potential resolution to the conflict, although key issues remain unresolved.