Explosions heard in Abu Dhabi; UAE says its air defenses intercepted a missile threat
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Arab foreign ministers in calls Thursday that the war with Iran is expected to last several more weeks, according to sources familiar with the conversations. Rubio said the current military focus is on Iran’s missile launchers, stockpiles and factories, adding that Washington’s stated goal is not regime change, while simultaneously making clear the U.S. wants different leadership in Tehran. — Axios
Official agency: Fire in Fujairah oil industry area caused by falling debris after UAE air defenses successfully intercepted a drone
Iranian State Media: Iranian Revolutionary Guard targets Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait
3 day agoUAE air defenses intercept 9 ballistic missiles and 109 drones. UAE air defenses detected and destroyed 9 ballistic missiles today (March 6, 2026). Also 112 drones detected, 109 intercepted and destroying 3 within the country's territory
Reuters: Dubai residents receive alerts on their phones about potential missile threats
Israeli Channel 12: Etihad Airways announces to its customers in Abu Dhabi the resumption of flights, with Tel Aviv included in the list of destinations.
3 day agoSoar Atlas has obtained new very high-resolution satellite imagery of Fujairah Oil Industry Zone in UAE, from Mar 5th. Explore & compare here: tanks are seen engulfed in flames as workers spray water to cool others. One tank is already destroyed
Saudi Defense Minister: I contacted the Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE Defense Minister, and we condemned Iran's aggression.
3 day agoA 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
4 day agoMultiple 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
4 day agoUAE 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.
5 day agoUAE 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
5 day agoUKMTO 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.
5 day agoRubio: 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.
