Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 8 (ANI): The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence confirmed that national air defence systems are responding to incoming missiles and drones launched from Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The military response follows a wave of aerial threats targeting the Gulf nation. Authorities said the loud disturbances and explosions heard across the country were the result of air defence systems intercepting projectiles launched from Iranian territory.
The ministry’s statement came amid a heightened state of alert in the region as defence systems continue working to neutralize threats before they reach their intended targets.
Amid the escalating tensions, UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday met five civilians who were injured during recent incidents linked to the regional conflict in West Asia and the Gulf region.
During a visit to the hospital where the injured were receiving treatment, the President emphasized that the UAE would continue to protect its people and the country, expressing confidence that the nation would emerge stronger.
Providing details about the victims, Al Nahyan said, “I am here at the hospital visiting five of those who were injured in the recent events. All five are civilians: two Emiratis, one Indian, one Sudanese, and one Iranian. They are all our responsibility, and, God willing, they will make a full recovery.”
The President reassured the public that the situation in the UAE remained stable and expressed gratitude to the armed forces, the Ministry of Interior, security services, and Civil Defence personnel for their service.
“We are in a time of war, and I promise them that we will fulfil our duty, because it is our obligation to protect our people and our country,” he said. “We will carry out our duty toward our country, our people, and our residents who are also part of our family. May God protect the UAE, protect its people, and safeguard everyone who lives in it with dignity and security. I promise everyone that we will emerge stronger than before.”
Addressing external threats, the UAE President also issued a message to those targeting the country.
“The UAE is attractive; the UAE is beautiful. The UAE is a model. But I say to them: Do not be misled by the UAE’s appearance,” he said.
The developments come amid rapidly deteriorating security conditions in the region following joint U.S.-Israel strikes that reportedly resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and four senior military and security officials.
In response, Iran launched a large-scale retaliatory campaign, firing ballistic missiles and drones at U.S. assets and regional partners, including Israel, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan. The escalation has widened the conflict in West Asia and increased risks for civilians and expatriates across the region. (ANI)
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