Dubai has come under attack from Iran once again as the UAE fends off yet more missiles from Tehran. In a statement on Tuesday, the UAE's National Crisis Emergency and Disaster Management Authority said: "Air defensesare now dealing with a missile threat.Please remain in a safe place and follow the warnings and updates on official websites."
In a graphic shared alongside the message on X, the authority urged people not to "approach, touch, or photograph any fragments or objects that have fallenas a result of successful air interceptions, and allow the relevant authorities to assess the situation."
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Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat. Please remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates.pic.twitter.com/1srVYlQgI0
This comes just one day afterIran reportedly fired missiles and drones at the UAE, leaving three injured. Others took to social media to say that they felt windows shake in Dubai's Marina.
The UAE said it had engaged a number of missiles and drones launched from Iran on Monday, May 4. The defence ministry said its air defence systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four drones.
It is understood that one missile struck a petroleum site in the eastern emirate of Fujairah. Fujairah’s Media Office said a drone sparked a fire at the site.
One person posted on social media: "Big boom heard in Marina, windows shook." Another, in the nearby city of Sharjah, added: "Big jerking of doors and windows here."
A third said they heard a "big boom" from their residence in Dubai Hills.
Source: Daily Express :: World Feed
