Event Brief
UAE builds 'cope cages' to shield energy from drones
Filed: May 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Summary: The UAE is building large protective structures to protect energy facilities from Iranian drone attacks.
WHO: UAE
WHAT: The UAE is constructing massive 'cope cages' to protect energy facilities from Iranian drone attacks.
WHEN: May 13, 2026 at 3:39 PM ET
WHERE: United Arab Emirates
WHY: The move comes after the UAE was hit by thousands of Iranian missiles and drones that damaged parts of its oil and gas infrastructure.
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