01.03.2026 07:11
The United Arab Emirates announced that its air defense systems neutralized 137 missiles and 209 drones launched by Iran, while footage was released showing an Iranian drone striking Dubai International Airport.
The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates announced that since the beginning of the Iranian attack, the UAE air force and air defense have successfully neutralized and destroyed 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones launched towards the country's territory.
The ministry stated that since the start of the attack, 137 Iranian ballistic missiles launched towards the country have been detected, of which 132 were destroyed, and 5 fell into the sea. It also noted that 209 Iranian drones were detected, of which 195 were intercepted, while 14 fell into the country's territory and waters, causing some secondary damage.
FOOTAGE OF THE INCIDENT FROM DUBAI AIRPORT
Meanwhile, footage has been released showing moments when a drone belonging to Iran struck Dubai International Airport. The images captured people fleeing in panic and the moments when the drone attack turned the airport into a large wreckage.
SHRAPNEL PIECES FELL
The ministry indicated that as a result of the effective interception of missiles and drones, some shrapnel pieces fell in various regions of the country, causing minor material damage to several civilian properties. The ministry confirmed that the relevant authorities immediately took action with all their preparations and capacities to deal with the situation in accordance with the approved procedures in such cases, and that necessary measures were taken to ensure the safety of local residents and protect the affected areas.
"A COWARDLY ACT THAT UNDERMINES STABILITY"
The ministry condemned this attack in the strongest terms, emphasizing that the state absolutely rejects such actions, which are a cowardly act that threatens the safety and security of civilians and undermines stability. The ministry stressed that this targeting action is a clear violation of national sovereignty and international law, and that the state reserves the right to take all necessary measures to protect its territory, people, and residents in a way that responds to this escalation and safeguards its sovereignty, security, and stability, as well as its national interests and capabilities.
The ministry expressed its readiness to deal with any threats and stated that it has taken all necessary measures to firmly counter anything aimed at undermining the security and stability of the state. It emphasized that the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors is the highest priority and that there will be no compromise on this matter. The ministry calls on the public to obtain information from official sources in the country and to avoid rumors or unreliable information.