16.03.2026 09:42
Following statements alleging that attacks on Iran's Hark Island were organized from UAE territory, flames erupted from Dubai. A fire broke out after a drone struck a fuel tank near Dubai International Airport, leading to a temporary suspension of all flights at the airport for security reasons.
The conflict in the Middle East is escalating. In Dubai, the country's trade and tourism hub, a large fire broke out after a drone hit a fuel storage tank near Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The Dubai Government Media Office announced on its social media account that teams are continuing their efforts to control the fire caused by the drone that struck the fuel tank near the airport.
FLIGHTS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED
Authorities stated that there were no casualties or injuries in the attack. All flights at Dubai International Airport have been temporarily suspended due to the fire. It was noted that operations would gradually return to normal after the fire is completely brought under control.
IRAN: UAE RESPONSIBLE FOR HARK ISLAND ATTACK
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in an interview with the US press that the attacks on Hark Island were carried out from the territory of the United Arab Emirates. Araghchi claimed that it has become clear that one of the rockets was fired from Ra's al-Khaimah and the other from a point near Dubai.
TENSIONS ESCALATING IN THE GULF
The regional tensions that began with the US and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28 have also spread to Gulf countries. Authorities reported that the region has been subjected to more than two thousand missile and drone attacks since the beginning of the conflicts.
Among the targets of these attacks were US bases, diplomatic missions, and critical oil infrastructure.
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense announced that six people, including four civilians, lost their lives during the conflicts. Authorities called on the public to follow only official statements from official sources.