UAE defence systems respond to missile, drone threats

Wednesday, 11 March 2026 22:04

By ARN News Staff

The UAE's air defence systems have responded to another wave of missile and drone threats from Iran.

Authorities advised the public to stay in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates.

The Ministry of Defence added that the sounds heard were of air defence interception operations.

An all-clear message was later sent through the national early warning system.

الآن تتعامل الدفاعات الجوية مع تهديـد صاروخي، يرجى البقاء في مكان آمن ومتابعة التحذيرات والمستجدات على المواقــع الرسميـة.

Air defense systems are currently dealing with a missile threat. Please remain in a safe place and follow warnings and updates on the official channels pic.twitter.com/OIkMahpXss
— وزارة الداخلية (@moiuae) March 11, 2026

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