The Middle East conflict remained volatile on Saturday morning following an Iranian drone incident near Bahrain, renewed Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia and reports of tanker explosions in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, oil prices recorded another weekly decline, even as regional aviation and shipping continued to face disruption.

Here are five key developments UAE residents need to know this morning.

1. US intercepts Iranian drones targeting Bahrain

2. Houthis claim fresh missile attacks on Saudi Arabia

3. Iran claims two tankers struck mines in Hormuz

4. UAE-Saudi flight cancellations continue

5. Oil closes below $96 as markets assess supply risks