The United Arab Emirates said its air defence systems intercepted two ballistic missiles and three drones allegedly launched from Iran, as tensions in the region continue to rise.
In a statement posted on X, the UAE Ministry of Defence said the attack left three people with moderate injuries.
“Since the beginning of the blatant Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates, the air defences have engaged a total of 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles, and 2,263 UAVs,” the ministry said.
The ministry added that the country’s defence systems successfully responded to the latest attack by intercepting the incoming missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
Iran has yet to respond to the UAE’s claims officially.
