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Saudi Defense Minister: I contacted the Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE Defense Minister, and we condemned Iran's aggression.

A video circulating on social media shows plumes of smoke rising after an Iranian airstrike on Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi Airports resumes limited flight operations at Zayed International Airport

Fujairah Government Media Office: Air defenses are dealing with a missile threat. Please stay in a safe place.

The UAE Ministry of Defense: UAE air defenses are currently dealing with missile and drone threats originating from Iran. The Ministry confirms that the sounds heard in various parts of the country are the result of air defense systems intercepting ballistic missiles and fighter jets intercepting drones.

Reuters: Sirens sound in Dubai

Multiple interceptions reported over Abu Dhabi as witnesses tells Reuters explosions have been heard near Zayed International Airport

Blasts heard in Abu Dhabi as UAE says air defence responding to missile threat – AFP

UAE National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority: Air defenses are responding to the missile threat. Please stay in a safe place. Warnings and updates are available on official websites

UAE Ministry of Defense: Air defenses intercept threats and drones coming from Iran

Images from Dubai airport show the partial resumption of flights.

UAE Ministry of Defense: UAE air defenses intercept 6 ballistic missiles and 131 drones

Statement from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The UAE condemns the attempt to target Türkiye with an Iranian ballistic missile.

The President of the UAE received a phone call from the interim President of Venezuela, during which she affirmed her solidarity with the UAE following the Iranian attacks on its territory.

Dubai Government Media: The sounds heard were due to successful aerial interceptions with no injuries reported.

White House spokeswoman: Our allies in Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE are engaging their air defenses in the current war.

UAE air defenses successfully intercepted Iranian ballistic and cruise missiles and UAVs

Trump admin officials acknowledged during a closed-door briefing on Capitol Hill Tuesday that Iran’s Shahed attack drones represent a major challenge and US air defenses will not be able to intercept them all. The drones, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine acknowledged, are posing a bigger problem than anticipated, per sources in the briefing.

UAE Ministry of Defense: Air defenses successfully intercept 3 ballistic missiles and 129 drones

UKMTO has received a report of an incident 7NM east of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. The Master reported the vessel being struck by an unknown projectile causing damage to the steel plating. There has been no fire or water intake. All crew reported safe.

Rubio: We confirm the safety of all US consulate personnel in Dubai following a raid near the consulate.

The UAE: We did not participate in the war and we did not allow our land, territorial waters or airspace to be used in any attack on Iran.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The UAE affirms its right to self-defense.

Dubai Media Office: The fire near the US consulate was caused by a drone strike; no injuries reported.

The State Dept is now facilitating charter flights from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan for American citizens — comes on the fourth day of the US-Israeli war on Iran and amid heavy criticism from U.S. lawmakers

U.S. President Donald Trump: "Effective IMMEDIATELY, I have ordered the United States Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to provide, at a very reasonable price, political risk insurance and guarantees for the Financial Security of ALL Maritime Trade, especially Energy, traveling through the Gulf. This will be available to all Shipping Lines. If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, as soon as possible. No matter what, the United States will ensure the FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the WORLD. The United States’ ECONOMIC and MILITARY MIGHT is the GREATEST ON EARTH — More actions to come."

Smoke rises as a fire appears to be burning on the roof of one of the entrance buildings that are part of the U.S. Consulate in Dubai

US Assistant Secretary of State: We are working to secure civilian and military aircraft to transport our citizens who wish to leave the region.

British Defense Ministry: An update on UK operations in the Middle East. RAF F-35B jets operating over Jordanian airspace shot down uncrewed aerial systems in defence of Jordan. This marks the first time RAF F-35 has shot down a target on operations. The aircraft was supported by RAF Typhoon jets and a Voyager air-to-air refuelling aircraft as part of our defensive operation to protect British interests and allies.

The Dubai Government Media Office: Competent authorities in Dubai confirm that the sounds heard in various areas of the emirate are the result of successful interceptions by air defenses. The relevant teams are continuing to monitor the situation and take the necessary measures to ensure everyone's safety, and urge the public to obtain information from official sources.