Dubai authorities confirmed that debris from the intercepted attack caused only minor building damage in central Dubai and reported no injuries
Dubai: On Friday, residents in central Dubai heard loud explosions and saw smoke rising in Downtown Dubai. Authorities said an aerial attack had been intercepted, and debris from it caused minor damage to a building along Sheikh Zayed Road. Officials did not clarify whether the intercepted object was a missile or a drone.
The blasts happened a day after twin drone incidents, showing the rising aerial threats in the UAE amid the US-Iran war, which has been going on for nearly two weeks.
UAE Intercepts Missiles, Drones
On Thursday, the UAE’s air defense systems intercepted 10 ballistic missiles and 26 drones from Iran, which were targeting US facilities in the region. A drone also fell in Dubai’s Al Badaa area and hit a building facade on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Authorities said their air defense successfully stopped the attacks, preventing major damage. However, falling debris caused minor damage to buildings. No major casualties were reported in this latest incident.
The Dubai Media Office confirmed on X (formerly Twitter):
“Authorities confirm that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the facade of a building in central Dubai. No injuries have been reported.”
Bahrain Activates Air Sirens
In Bahrain, air raid sirens sounded early on Friday after a large fire near the airport. The fire followed Iranian drone strikes on fuel tanks. The Interior Ministry asked people to take shelter and stay calm, highlighting rising regional tensions as the US-Iran war continues.
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Qatar Condemns Lebanon Strikes
Qatar strongly condemned Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon, which killed 15 people, including five children, on Thursday. Nine people were killed in one village, and six others in two separate towns.
Qatar’s foreign ministry called the attacks a “blatant violation of international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701”, showing concern over civilian harm in the region.
Regional Tensions Continue
The UAE and other Gulf countries remain on high alert due to ongoing missile and drone attacks. Falling debris from interceptions still poses risks to civilians, so authorities continue to issue safety alerts.
The conflict has also spread to Lebanon, where Israeli strikes caused civilian deaths. International condemnation continues, highlighting the wider regional risks of the US-Iran war.
Summary
Dubai experienced blasts and smoke after UAE air defenses intercepted drones and missiles. The Dubai Media Office confirmed the debris caused only minor building damage and no injuries. Bahrain sounded sirens after drone attacks, and Qatar condemned Israeli strikes in Lebanon. As the US-Iran war continues, Gulf countries remain on high alert to protect people and buildings from debris and attacks.
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