Iran Fires 2 Ballistic Missiles Toward UAE, Both Land in Water Off Its Coast, Defence Ministry Says

The United Arab Emirates Defense Ministry announced Tuesday that two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward Emirati territory fell into the sea, with one splashing down inside the country's territorial waters and the other landing just outside. Emirati air defense systems detected the inbound projectiles shortly before authorities issued emergency alerts, instructing residents across the country to seek immediate shelter in secure locations. UAE Missile Alert: Residents Told To Seek Shelter After Air Defence Detects Threat.

No casualties or structural damage were reported following the incident. Authorities confirmed about half an hour after the initial warning that the immediate threat had passed and the situation was secure. Unusual sounds heard across several regions, including Dubai, were attributed to air defense systems responding to the detected threat. Officials reassured the public that military readiness remains high to protect national sovereignty and infrastructure. ‘We’ll Bomb the Sh** Out of Them’: Donald Trump Warns Oman Over Deal With Iran to Control Hormuz.

The brief emergency status marked a temporary resumption of public missile alerts in the nation, which had seen a decline in direct strikes in recent weeks following a volatile period of regional security incidents. Earlier in the month, maritime assets in nearby corridors had faced heightened security risks, keeping Persian Gulf defense systems on high alert. Iranian authorities have not yet issued an official comment regarding Tuesday's missile activity. Local officials urged residents to follow updates throug UAE Shoreline h official channels and remain vigilant as monitor operations continue.

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