UAE Intercepts 9 Missiles, 33 Drones; Debris Falls in Dubai, Fire Reported at Fujairah Port
US President Donald Trump said the United States had struck and destroyed military targets at Iran’s main oil hub, Kharg Island.
The Dubai Media Office said an incident in central Dubai, where debris fell on a building façade, has been fully contained.
The US Embassy in Baghdad was targeted in an attack, according to two security officials, who spoke to AFP.
Hezbollah said it is prepared for a prolonged battle, while Israel warned it could target additional infrastructure in Lebanon.
A fire broke out in Fujairah after a drone was successfully intercepted. Authorities said no injuries were reported, and teams are working to bring the blaze under control.
UAE air defences intercepted 9 ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran on March 14, with no new casualties reported.
Two people were injured after the UAE’s Consulate General in Iraqi Kurdistan was attacked for the second time within a week.
Fujairah Fire After Falling Debris Leaves One Injured; Authorities Continue Containment Efforts
Authorities in Fujairah confirmed that emergency teams are working to contain a fire that broke out after debris fell following air-defence interceptions in the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone.
Officials also reported that a Jordanian national sustained minor injuries in the incident. Emergency crews remain on site as operations continue to control the blaze and secure the affected area.
Around 6,000 UAE Citizens and Companions Safely Return Home
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority announced the successful execution of evacuation plans for Emirati citizens residing in several countries.
Authorities confirmed that around 6,000 citizens and their companions have safely returned to the UAE through multiple land and air entry points, in coordination with relevant national authorities.
Officials said the operation reflects the UAE’s integrated national crisis-management system, which is built on flexibility, constant readiness, rapid response and strong preparedness to deal with emergencies and evolving crisis situations in an efficient and professional manner.
