Abu Dhabi, March 9: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defense has reported that its air defense system successfully intercepted several ballistic missiles and drones launched from Iran. According to the ministry, a total of 15 ballistic missiles were detected during the attack on Monday, with 12 intercepted and destroyed, while three missiles fell into the sea without causing any damage.
The ministry also stated that the attack included drones. Officials noted that 18 drones were observed, with 17 being neutralized by the air defense system. One drone, however, crashed within UAE territory. Fortunately, there have been no reports of significant damage or casualties.
The UAE asserts that its air defense system remains on high alert and is continuously monitoring for any potential threats. The government has reassured citizens that security agencies are closely watching the situation.
Amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the threat of missile and drone attacks on the UAE persists. Defense ministry statistics indicate that since the onset of the war, a total of 253 ballistic missiles and approximately 1,440 drones have been launched towards the UAE, most of which have been intercepted in mid-air.
According to the statement, these attacks have resulted in the deaths of four Pakistani, Nepali, and Bangladeshi nationals, while 117 individuals sustained minor injuries. The injured include citizens from the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Comoros, Turkey, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan, and Palestine.
Meanwhile, Israel has once again initiated large-scale airstrikes against Iran. The Israeli military reported that attacks are being carried out targeting infrastructure linked to the Iranian regime in the capital Tehran, central Isfahan, and southern regions.
The Israeli army stated that it has launched a new wave of “wide-scale” attacks in Iran, aiming at multiple cities simultaneously. Israel claims these strikes are focused on facilities associated with the Iranian regime.
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