UAE air defences responded to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Sunday afternoon, the Ministry of Defence said.
The alert was issued at 4:20 p.m., and the MOD emphasised sounds heard were due to their interception.
Residents are urged to follow all issued safety and security instructions.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils AED 1 billion fund for 'industrial resilience'
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Sunday announced the establishment of AED1 billion National Industrial Resilience Fund to boost localisation within key industries.
UAE, Mauritanian Presidents discuss cooperation, regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Sunday with Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, who is on a working visit to the UAE.
Abdullah bin Zayed, US Secretary of State discuss regional developments
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call on Sunday with Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, to discuss the latest regional developments.
Kazakhstan reaffirms solidarity with UAE in message to President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a written message from Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan, relating to bilateral relations between the two countries.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews RTA's smart mobility projects
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, has reviewed a number of specialised initiatives and strategic projects undertaken by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority.
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