The competent authorities in Fujairah announced that they are responding to an incident resulting from the targeting of a du telecommunications building in the emirate by a drone launched from Iran.

The Fujairah Media Office stated that no injuries have been reported.

One injured in Abu Dhabi after air defence interception

Authorities in Abu Dhabi are managing an incident at Rinn Systems Company in Musaffah—ICAD City after shrapnel fell following a successful air defence interception. A Ghanaian national sustained moderate injuries in the incident.

Officials urged the public to rely solely on official sources for updates and to avoid spreading rumors or unverified information.

UAE responds to a series of Iranian threats today

UAE residents received a series of mobile alerts from the Ministry of Interior on Monday confirming that the situation across the country is currently safe following multiple missile and drone threats. Authorities thanked residents for their cooperation and reassured the public that normal activities can now resume.

Authorities urged residents to remain vigilant, follow safety guidance, and monitor official channels for further updates as the situation develops.

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One month after the launch of Iran’s aggressive missile and drone attacks against the United Arab Emirates and several Gulf states—beginning on February 28, 2026—targeting both civilian and military infrastructure in the UAE as part of a broader regional escalation that included strikes on ports and critical facilities, the contours of a complex landscape are becoming increasingly clear.

This landscape reflects an unprecedented level of military escalation, met by a highly efficient Emirati response and a firm political and diplomatic stance underscoring that the UAE’s security and sovereignty are non-negotiable.

Key features of the Iranian escalation over the past month

Scale of attacks: Data indicates that the UAE has been the primary target of the Iranian assaults since February 28, with 2,156 attacks out of a total of 4,391 recorded across Gulf states, involving missiles and unmanned aerial systems.

Nature of targets: The strikes focused on vital facilities, ports, oil installations, and civilian areas, causing material damage and operationaldisruptions.

The UAE’s Position: The UAE has affirmed before international forums that these acts constitute a flagrant violation of international law and have deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure, thereby undermining energy security and global supply chains.

Diplomatically, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has engaged in consultations with international counterparts to address the repercussions of this escalation.

In a statement delivered by Jamal Al Musharakh, Permanent Representative of the UAE to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva, before the UN Human Rights Council, the UAE stressed that the ongoing Iranian attacks—exceeding 2,000 ballistic and cruise missiles as well as drones—have targeted vital civilian facilities, airports, residential areas, and other civilian sites in blatant violation of national sovereignty and international humanitarian law.

The UAE emphasized that what is unfolding is not merely a military escalation, but a systematic and reckless pattern of behavior that undermines the foundations of the international order and threatens regional and global stability—particularly through the targeting of infrastructure directly linked to civilian safety, energy security, the global economy, and supply chains.

Unprecedented escalation: Figures reveal the scale

Over the past month, the UAE has faced one of the largest waves of aerial threats in its modern history. Official statistics highlight the scale of escalation:

• 378 ballistic missiles
• 15 cruise missiles
• 1,835 drones

Despite the intensity, air defense systems successfully intercepted the vast majority of these threats, reflecting the country’s advanced military and technological readiness.

However, the attacks were not without impact. Falling debris and a limited number of projectiles that penetrated defenses caused material damage in various locations.

Multinational casualties: The human toll

The human cost reveals the harshest dimension of these attacks. The total number of casualties stands at:

• 11 fatalities
• 171 injured individuals from 29 nationalities

 The victims include:

• Two members of the UAE Armed Forces who were killed in the line of duty
• A Moroccan civilian contractor working with the armed forces
• Eight civilians of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Palestinian, and Indian nationalities

These figures reflect the UAE’s diverse societal fabric and underscore the broad humanitarian impact of the attacks on civilians from multiple backgrounds.

Civilian and strategic targets

Official sources confirmed that the attacks targeted—or attempted to target—a range of critical sites, including:

• Airports and aviation infrastructure
• Energy and fuel facilities
• Residential areas
• Commercial zones

Several incidents were reported in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, including fires caused by drones near key facilities, as well as damage resulting from falling debris.

This pattern of targeting suggests an attempt to inflict both economic and psychological impact by striking at the core of daily life and essential infrastructure. 

Effective response: High state of readiness

Despite the intensity of the attacks, the UAE demonstrated a high level of crisis management and threat response through:

• Advanced air defense systems that intercepted most incoming threats
• Integrated coordination between military and security agencies
• Rapid response by emergency and civil defense teams
• Near-continuity of critical operations, particularly in the aviation sector

This preparedness significantly minimized losses and ensured the stability of daily life.

A firm Emirati stance: Rejection and accountability

Politically and diplomatically, the UAE’s position has been clear and consistent from the outset, emphasizing that these attacks constitute: 

• A blatant act of aggression and a violation of international law
• A direct threat to regional and global security
• Acts of terrorism targeting civilians and infrastructure

 The UAE at the United Nations: Active diplomacy

At the international level, the UAE has intensified efforts to present its case to the global community by:

• Providing official briefings on the nature and consequences of the attacks
• Calling for the activation of international accountability mechanisms
• Stressing the need to protect civilians and critical infrastructure

This approach reflects a strategy that combines operational firmness with legal and diplomatic engagement.

Abu Dhabi’s message: Resilience and continuity

After a month of escalation, Abu Dhabi’s message is unequivocal:

• National security is a red line
• Aggression will not break the nation’s resolve
• The path of development will continue uninterrupted

Despite the severity of the attacks and their deliberate nature, the UAE affirms that these challenges will not undermine its stability, but rather reinforce its commitment to its principles and its capacity to confront crises with resilience and determination.

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Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident in Sweihan Street, where falling debris from a successfully intercepted ballistic missile caused casualties and property damage.

The incident resulted in the deaths of two unidentified individuals, injuries to three others, and damage to several vehicles. Officials have confirmed that emergency services were promptly on the scene.

Authorities have urged the public to rely solely on official sources for information and to avoid spreading rumours or unverified reports.

UAE air defences intercept Iranian attacks

Thursday morning, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) confirmed that its air defence systems successfully intercepted incoming missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched from Iran. Authorities added that the situation remains under close monitoring and urged the public to rely only on official government sources for updates.

On 25 March 2026, UAE air defence systems engaged nine UAVs launched from Iran, part of ongoing regional hostilities. Since the onset of what the MOD described as blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have successfully intercepted 357 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,815 UAVs targeting the country.

Casualties and impact

The latest incident in Abu Dhabi adds to the toll, bringing total deaths to 11, with 2 killed and 3 injured today from falling debris after a successfully intercepted missile. These sustained attacks have previously resulted in casualties among both military personnel and civilians.

Three members of the UAE armed forces have been martyred in the line of duty, while six foreign nationals — including Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi and Palestinian nationals — were killed in separate incidents linked to missile and UAV debris.

A total of 166 people were injured, with cases ranging from minor to severe across multiple nationalities.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and reiterate that residents should follow official updates and avoid sharing unverified information.

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