UAE intercepts 9 ballistic missiles, 109 drones

The UAE air defences said it has intercepted 9 ballistic missiles detected in the region on Friday. Of the 112 drones detected, 109 were intercepted with 3 falling within the country's territory.

Since the start of the Iranian attack, 205 ballistic missiles were detected, with 190 of them destroyed, while 13 fell into the sea and 2 fell within the country's territory. Additionally, 1,184 Iranian drones were detected, and 1,110 were intercepted, while 74 fell within the country's territory.

Furthermore, 8 cruise missiles were detected and destroyed, causing some collateral damage.

Among the 3 fatalities were nationals of Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh.

Of the 112 injured were nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros and Turkey.

The Ministry of Defence affirmed it is on high alert and ready to deal with any threats that target the state's security, thereby ensuring the preservation of its sovereignty, security, and stability, and protecting its interests and national capabilities.