Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Highlights: UAE Air Defence intercepts multiple Iranian drones

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE War News Today Highlights: Authorities in Dubai said they were responding to a minor incident after debris from a successful air defence interception struck the facade of a building on Sheikh Zayed Road.

Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates:Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: This image taken from a video shows a man riding past as smoke rises from a fire which, according to the authorities was caused by a successful interception, at Dubai's Al Quoz Industrial area, United Arab Emirates, Friday, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo)

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Highlights: While the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran entered the 14th day, Kuwait has condemned the Israeli attacks on south Lebanon, its sister republic. Kuwait called the act a violation against international law and a breach of Security Council resolution 1701. Etihad Airlines has resumed limited commercial flights between Abu Dhabi and a few destinations. Earlier today, Dubai reported that they successfully intercepted an Iranian drone, causing a minor incident on a central Dubai building. No injuries were reported.

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Casualties and displacement in residential hubs

The human cost of the escalation is mounting. Dubai authorities reported that a drone struck a building in the vicinity of Dubai Creek Harbour during the early hours of March 12. While the resulting fire was contained, the building was evacuated to ensure resident safety.

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The Iranian attacks have claimed six lives in the UAE, including Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali, and Bangladeshi nationals. An additional 131 people from over 25 different nationalities—including India, Egypt, and the Philippines- have sustained injuries ranging from minor to moderate.

UAE air defences engage hundreds of targets

The scale of “Operation Epic Fury” has put the UAE’s defence infrastructure to an ultimate test. On Wednesday alone, the military intercepted:

  • 6 ballistic missiles
  • 7 cruise missiles
  • 39 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)

Since the onset of what the UAE characterises as “blatant aggression,” total interceptions have reached a staggering 268 ballistic missiles and over 1,500 drones.

Regional airspace

As the conflict widens, the geopolitical landscape is shifting rapidly. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence continues to coordinate with regional partners, including Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, to secure the skies. Diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway to prevent a total regional collapse, though the intensity of the kinetic exchange suggests a difficult road ahead for de-escalation.

The Indian Express Global Desk remains committed to rigorous verification. Follow our live blog below for real-time tracking of Operation Epic Fury, regional airspace status, and diplomatic efforts to contain the escalation.

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Mar 14, 2026 07:26 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: 10 arrested in UAE for posting real interception videos, sharing AI clips of strikes on landmarks

he UAE Attorney-General Dr Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the arrest of 10 defendants of various nationalities. The accused have been referred to urgent trial for publishing video clips on social media platforms containing misleading, fabricated content.

This action follows the continuous monitoring of digital platforms amid regional developments. Such events have been exploited to disseminate misinformation intended to deliberately mislead the public while undermining national security, order and stability.

-Khaleej Times

Mar 14, 2026 07:08 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Lebanon condemns Israeli strike on health centre

Lebanese Ministry of Public Health has condemned an Israeli strike on a primary healthcare centre in Burj Qalawiya in southern Lebanon that killed 12 medical staff.

In a statement, the ministry denounced the continued pattern Israeli of attacks on health workers, Lebanon’s National News Agency reported

“The Ministry condemns this attack on one of its centers, which is part of the primary healthcare network spread throughout the Lebanese territories, and reiterates its condemnation of the ongoing violent approach against health workers, which contradicts all international humanitarian laws.”

Officials said the strike followed another attack earlier in the day targeting paramedics in Al-Sawana killing two paramedics.

Mar 14, 2026 05:51 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Five US Air Force refueling planes hit in Iranian strike on Saudi Arabia, WSJ reports

Five US Air Force refueling planes were struck and damaged on the ground at ⁠Prince ​Sultan air base in Saudi Arabia, the Wall ​Street ​Journal reported ⁠on Friday, citing two US officials.

The ‌planes, which were hit during an Iranian missile strike on the Saudi ⁠base ⁠in recent days, were ⁠damaged ‌but ​not fully destroyed and ‌are being repaired, the ‌Journal ​said, ​adding ​that no one was killed ​in the strikes.

Reuters ⁠could not immediately verify the ‌report.

Mar 14, 2026 05:33 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Qatar temporarily evacuating some areas

Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has said that “a number of specified areas” are being evacuated “in the interest of public safety until the threat has subsided.”

In a post on X, the ministry urged “everyone to rely on official sources for information and to adhere to the issued instructions.”

Mar 14, 2026 05:14 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Qatar intercepts missile attack

Qatar’s ministry of defence has said that the country’s armed forces have successfully intercepted an incoming missile.

Earlier, as we reported, Qatari authorities had evacuated some neighbourhoods as a precautionary measure, and had then issued an alert for an elevated security threat. That theat was subsequently lowered.

Mar 14, 2026 04:22 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Qatar has lowered its security alert

Qatar’s ministry of interior has now lowered the security threat alert it had issued about 15 minutes earlier.

“The security threat has been eliminated and the situation has returned to normal,” the latest public safety alert says.

Mar 13, 2026 10:30 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: "Mediation can only happen when the ​guns go silent," UAE State minister

UAE state minister Lana Nusseibeh said Iran's attack could potentially disrupt diplomatic relations between neighbours.

"Ultimately, it will be a diplomatic solution, but there needs to be that tipping ​point moment, and I think that President Trump will lead us all to that ⁠moment in his time," said Nusseibeh.

"It is difficult to talk about mediation when under attack... Mediation can only happen when the ​guns go silent," she added while talking about mediations and negotiations.

(Reuters)

Mar 13, 2026 09:43 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: UAE announces progressive and strategic resumption of flight activity

The UAE GCAA said that 44.6 per cent operational recovery has been achieved since the beginning of March. GCCA announced a total of 1.4 million passengers were served through UAE airports since the operations continued from March.

Mar 13, 2026 09:01 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Indigo introduces levy charges from March 14

Indigo Airlines to introduce fuel surcharge from March 14, 2026.

Domestic levy is charged at Rs 425, and Middle East routes will be charged at Rs 900.

Southeast Asia, China, Africa and West Asia will be charged at Rs 1,800, while European routes will be charged at Rs 2,300.

(PTI)

Mar 13, 2026 08:28 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: All six crew members from crashed KC-135 aircraft reported dead

The US military confirmed the death of all six crew members who were aboard the US KC-135 refuelling aircraft that crashed in Iraq.

Mar 13, 2026 08:09 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Dubai annual crypto conference cancelled for the year 2026

The annual Dubai TOKEN29 crypto conference is cancelled for the year 2026. The conference got postponed until April 2027.

(Reuters)

Mar 13, 2026 07:42 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: UAE confirms fresh Iranian missile and drone attacks

The UAE Defence Ministry has confirmed an Iranian missile and drone attack. As a result of the air interception carried out by the air defence, sounds are overhead, and the UAE has alerted all residents to seek shelter and follow orders by authorities.

Mar 13, 2026 06:22 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Flight updates amid the escalating West Asia conflict

More flight cancellations as the unrest in West Asia escalates.

Air France flights to Dubai and Riyadh are cancelled until March 15, 2026, and March 14, 2026, respectively.

Latvia's airBaltic flights to Dubai are cancelled until March 30, 2026. For Canadian carrier Air Canada, Dubai flights are cancelled until March 28, 2026.

Emirates flights started operating on a reduced flight schedule. Etihad Airlines has resumed limited flight operations between Abu Dhabi and a few key destinations.

(Reuters)

Mar 13, 2026 05:27 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Images from successful interception, at financial district

Facade of a building at Dubai's financial district is seen partially damaged which, after successful interception on Friday, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo)

The image shows firefighters trying to extinguish a fire which, according to the authorities was caused by a successful interception, at Dubai's Al Quoz Industrial area, United Arab Emirates, Friday, March 13, 2026. (AP Photo)

Mar 13, 2026 04:33 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: 24 stranded OFWs in Jeddah repatriated with help of Philippine, Singapore consulates

The partnership between the Philippine Consulate General and the Singapore Consulate General facilitated accommodation and organised the repatriation flight of the 24 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) from Jeddah. The 24 Filipinos were unable to secure outbound flights from Jeddah due to limited flight availability.

Mar 13, 2026 04:20 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Dubai Chamber of Commerce holds meeting to ensure market stability

On Thursday, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce held a meeting with the Fruit and Vegetable Traders Business Group to maintain market stability and ensure imports flow throughout the markets.

Mar 13, 2026 03:49 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Kuwait's Foreign Affairs Ministry condemns the Israeli attack on Lebanon, calling it a violation of international law.

The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry released a statement condemning the Israeli attacks on Southern Lebanon. The ministry called the attack a violation of international humanitarian law and a breach of Security Council resolution 1701.

The ministry called on international authorities to step in and deter the Israeli attack on its sister republic.

Mar 13, 2026 03:40 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Four crew members from crashed KC-135 aircraft found dead

The American military announced that four of six KC-135 aircraft crew members have been found dead. The aircraft crashed in western Iraq, and the military claims that the crash was not due to "hostile or friendly fire".

(AP)

Mar 13, 2026 03:24 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: 14th day of war Bahrain counts the drones and missiles intercepted since the beginning

The Bahrain Defence Force claims to have intercepted 191 drones and 115 missiles since the start of the US-Israel and Iran conflict.

Mar 13, 2026 02:52 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Qatar issues advisory against filming footage of accident sites

Qatar has urged its residents to avoid filming or sharing footage of accident sites or field response operations.

The country's Ministry of Interior noted that reposting unverified images or videos on social media may result to "legal accountability".

- Khaleej Times

Mar 13, 2026 12:52 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: UAE stocks fall on fears of prolonged Middle East conflict

Stock markets in the United Arab Emirates fell in early trade on Friday as Iran's continued attacks on multiple targets across the Middle East.

Dubai's main share index fell 1% ⁠with most of ⁠its constituents in negative territory, led by losses in financial and real estate stocks.

In Abu Dhabi, the stock ‌index ⁠slipped 1.4% with broad-based declines.

Mar 13, 2026 12:35 PM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Pak PM expresses full solidarity with Saudi Arabia

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in a restricted meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed Pakistan's full solidarity and support for the Kingdom in prevailing challenging conditions in West Asia.

The meeting was held on Thursday after PM Sharif dashed to Saudi Arabia in the wake of deteriorating situation in West Asia following US and Israeli attacks on Iran.

Mar 13, 2026 11:23 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Drone hits residential apartment in Beirut's Burj Hammoud

A drone struck a residential ⁠apartment ​in Beirut's ​Burj ​Hammoud district ⁠on the northern ‌outskirts of the Lebanese ⁠capital ⁠on ⁠Friday, ‌Lebanon's state media ​said.

Mar 13, 2026 10:58 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Sirensheard at Turkey's Incirlik air base, says state media

Turkey's state-run news agency on Friday reported of sirens being heard at country’s Incirlik air base, a key Nato facility in the south.

"Sirens were heard Friday at Türkiye’s Incirlik Air Base. Earlier, two ballistic missiles heading toward Türkiye were intercepted by NATO air defenses. The Turkish National Defense Ministry said Monday that a ballistic missile fired from Iran into Turkish airspace was neutralized by NATO air and missile defense assets deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The ministry added that debris from the missile fell on vacant land in the southeastern Gaziantep province, noting that there were no casualties or injuries."

Mar 13, 2026 10:55 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: IDF says over 200 targets struck in Iran in past day

Israeli Defence Ministry said the Israeli Air Force struck over 200 targets in western and central Iran over the past day.

"Dozens of Air Force fighter jets, guided by Military Intelligence, completed extensive strike sorties in western and central Iran during the past day, during which numerous munitions were dropped on more than 200 targets of the Iranian terror regime, including ballistic missile launchers, defense systems, and sites for producing means of combat."

Among the targets were ballistic missile launchers, air defense systems, and weapon production sites, IDF said.

The military added that since the launch of Operation "Roar of the Lion," the Air Force has completed hundreds of strike sorties targeting a variety of infrastructures of the Iranian terror regime.

Mar 13, 2026 10:21 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defence says two drones intercepted

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defence said that it intercepted two more drones in Al-Kharj Governorate.

Mar 13, 2026 09:28 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Authorities confirm minor incident in central Dubai

Dubai authorities have confirmed that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the façade of a building in central Dubai. No injuries have been reported.

Mar 13, 2026 09:25 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Israeli attack kills woman, wounds her husband in southern Lebanon

Lebanon reports raids on Tair Falsiya and Al-Qalila, and artillery shelling on the outskirts of Al-Qawzah and Ramia.

An Israeli attack has killed Ataf Moallem Sabra, a Lebanese woman from the Southern Lebanese town of Abba, Lebanon’s National News Agency reported.

Mar 13, 2026 09:11 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Saudi Arabia says 4 more drones intercepted

Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry said it intercepted four more drones over its eastern and central regions.

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Mar 13, 2026 09:05 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Macron confirms first French military death in war

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday confirmed the death of French soldier in Erbil in Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region.

"Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion of the 7th Battalion of Chasseurs Alpins from Varces died for France during an attack in the Erbil region of Iraq," Macron said in a post on X.

He added that France stands by its soldiers who have been wounded or lost their lives.

"To his family, to his brothers in arms, I want to express all the affection and solidarity of the Nation. Several of our soldiers have been wounded. France stands by their side and with their loved ones."

Mar 13, 2026 08:33 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Israeli strike kills two in Arak, Iran

Al Jazeera reported that a woman and a child were killed overnight during an Israeli air strike targeting a residential building in the city of Arak, western Iran.

The city’s deputy governor said that 35 other people were also injured in the attack.

Mar 13, 2026 08:26 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: US Senator calls for accountability for attack on Iranian girls’ school; says 'shock our conscience and cause us to recoil in horror'

US Senator Raphael Warnock on Friday said the killing of school children in Iran should "shock our conscience and cause us to recoil in horror."

Taking to X, Warnock said that a nation whose leader can easily shrug off the death of children, no matter the cause, is in need of moral repair.

"There must be accountability and lessons learned from this tragedy. And we must never forget that Iranian children, too, are children of God, he said.

Mar 13, 2026 08:19 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Iran's Supreme Leader alive 'in some form' despite reported war injuries, says Trump

US President Donald Trump said he believes Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, is still alive "in some form".

“I think he probably is. I think he is damaged, but I think he’s probably alive in some form, you know,” Trump said in an interview with Fox News Brian Kilmeade, set to air on Friday.

His comments came afterMojtaba Khamenei said that Iran would not back down in the war with the United States and Israel.

Mar 13, 2026 07:43 AM IST
Dubai, Abu Dhabi News Live Updates: Qatar condemns Israeli attack on Lebanon, says ‘blatant violation of international humanitarian law’

Qatar has condemned Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, calling them a "blatant violation of humanitarian law."

Taking to X on Friday, Foreign Ministry of Qatar said, "the State of Qatar strongly condemns the Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon, considering them a blatant violation of international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701."

The ministry called on the international community to fulfill its responsibilities by compelling the Israeli occupation authorities to cease their repeated attacks on Lebanon and to respect international conventions and laws.
It affirmed its unwavering stance towards the Republic of Lebanon, its unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and its full support for all efforts that enhance its stability and prosperity.

Mar 13, 2026 07:15 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: 6 people killed in UAE so far in Iranian attacks

More than 1,000 people have been killed across the Middle East since the United States and Israel attacked Iran on February 28.

In the United Arab Emirates, at least six people were killed in Iranian attacks, according to the UAE defence ministry.

Mar 13, 2026 05:17 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Saudi Arabia says 28 drones intercepted, destroyed

In the past hour, Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry says its forces have intercepted and destroyed 28 drones that breached the country’s airspace.

Mar 13, 2026 05:12 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UK foreign secretary visits Saudi Arabia to show support

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has arrived in Saudi Arabia.

She said she was there “to demonstrate the UK’s steadfast support for our regional allies facing reckless Iranian aggression”.

The Foreign Office said she was expected to discuss “cooperation with regional partners to ensure continuity of oil supply” and “highlight the strength of the UK–KSA defence relationship”.

Mar 13, 2026 05:07 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Loud explosions rock Dubai as Iran steps up attacks in Gulf; here’s what unfolded on 13th day of war

A drone crashed in Dubai’s Al Bada’a area on Thursday (Mar 12), with authorities reporting no injuries.

The Dubai Media Office, in a post on X, said, “Dubai authorities are responding to a minor drone incident in the Al Bada’a area. No injuries have been reported.”

Mar 12, 2026 10:41 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Oman intercepts a drone

Oman said that a drone was intercepted near the Strait of Hormuz, Khasab governorate. The drone was shot down by the security forces and reported no casualties or damages.

Mar 12, 2026 10:14 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: One-month extension for UAE expatriate residents

The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has announced a temporary one-month extension from February 28 to March 31, 2026, for all the expatriate residents who are currently abroad to return to the UAE without a new entry permit.

This applies to all expired residency visa holders who can also return to the UAE in the given timeframe.

(Gulf News)

Mar 12, 2026 10:07 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Five ballistic missiles and nine hostile drones detected today in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti Armed Forces said that it detected five ballistic missiles and nine hostile drones on March 12, 2026.

Out of five ballistic missiles, four were destroyed and one fell outside the threat area. Of the seven hostile drones, five were destroyed and two fell outside the threat area.

But two drones targeted vital facilities, which resulted in human injuries and infrastructural damage.

Mar 12, 2026 09:39 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Exams cancelled for UAE students

The ICSE, class 10, and ISC, class 12, board exams for all centres in the UAE have been cancelled for 2026, while CBSE postponed the exams from March 9 to 11, 2026.

An alternative assessment technique will be prepared to confirm the final results of the UAE candidates as per CISCE. Further details are said to be announced soon.

Mar 12, 2026 08:49 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: IMO calls for Extraordinary council meeting

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) calls for an "Extraordinary Council" meeting to discuss the ongoing situation in West Asia.

Mar 12, 2026 07:11 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Iran's new Supreme Leader first statement

In an Iran TV broadcast, Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is a tool of pressure.

"We believe in friendship with neighbours and only target the bases, and we will inevitably continue," he added.

Mar 12, 2026 06:43 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Citibank branches in UAE closes up temporarily due to escalating unrest

All UAE based Citibank branches and financial centres are to remain temporarily closed from March 12, 2026, to March 14, 2026. The branch in Dubai Mall of the Emirates is set to remain operational from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm from Monday to Saturday.

Mar 12, 2026 06:25 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Abu Dhabi share index down

In early trade Abu Dhabi shares saw an index down by 1.3 per cent, as per a Reuters report.

Mar 12, 2026 05:55 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Kuwait prohibits large gatherings for Eid al-Fitr festivities

The Kuwait Ministry of Interior announced a prohibition on all Eid al-Fitr festivities. All plays, concerts, and weddings are prohibited, with limited gatherings and safety measures being followed. In case of any violation, the ministry has warned against strict legal accountability.

Mar 12, 2026 05:44 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Lufthansa flights extend their suspension time to Dubai

All Lufthansa Airline flights to and from Dubai will be suspended till March 28, 2026. The suspension from March 15 got extended.

Mar 12, 2026 05:22 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: To assess and support, Dubai Chamber of Commerce organises 35 meetings

Dubai Chamber of Commerce has organised 35 meetings with business groups and councils to organise and assess the needs of all sectors to support the residents and businesses.

Mar 12, 2026 04:59 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Bahrain waives overstay visa charges

All types of visiting visa holders in Bahrain whose permitted stay had expired on or after February 28, 2026, will be exempt from overstay fines for an additional month. The NPRA waiver was issued under Secretary Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa due to the country's airspace closure.

Furthermore, the visa validity for the visiting visas that became active until February 28, 2026, will be extended for another three months for visitors outside Bahrain currently.

Mar 12, 2026 04:40 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Qatar intercepts fresh missile attack

The Qatar Defense Ministry said that a missile attack targeting the state of Qatar was intercepted by the Qatari armed forces.

Mar 12, 2026 04:23 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Australian government asked all non-essential diplomats posted in Israel and UAE to depart

All non-essential Australian diplomats posted in Israel and the UAE have been asked to depart by the Australian government following the escalating unrest in West Asia. Essential officials are asked to stay back in their respective posted countries to help the Australian residents.

The Australian government continues to urge the residents in the Middle East to leave if it's safe and also advised the citizens not to travel to the war-affected countries. The foreign minister Penny Wong wrote on X that the Department of Foreign Affairs crisis portal is open for Australians in Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Iran, Israel, Qatar, and the UAE for registrations.

Mar 12, 2026 04:08 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Iran's parliament speaker warns "any more attack on Iran's island, Persian Gulf will run with blood"

Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Thursday said that all restraint against aggression will be abandoned if the aggression against Iran's islands continues. Ghalibaf said on his X account that Tehran will make "the Persian Gulf run with the blood of invaders." He also alleged that American soldiers' blood is solely Trump's responsibility.

It is not yet clear which islands Ghalibaf was referring to, as per the Reuters report.

Mar 12, 2026 03:34 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Drone attack on Kuwait International airport

Kuwait International Airport was under the radar of an Iranian drone attack on Thursday. The Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the incident and said that there was some infrastructural damage to the airport and no casualties.

Mar 12, 2026 02:40 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Dubai authorities confirm drone debris landed on façade of building along Sheikh Zayed Road

Authorities in Dubai Thursday confirmed a minor incident on Sheikh Zayed Road after debris from a successfully intercepted aerial object struck the façade of a building.

According to the Dubai Media Office, the incident was caused by debris that fell after a drone was intercepted, resulting in minor damage to the exterior of the building. Officials said the situation was quickly brought under control.

Dubai authorities confirmed that the drone debris landed on the façade of the building along Sheikh Zayed Road, but no major damage or casualties were reported.

Mar 12, 2026 02:05 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Drone crash reported in Dubai’s Al Bada’a area

Authorities in Dubai are responding to a minor incident involving a drone crash in the Al Bada’a area. Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported. Relevant teams are handling the situation and assessing the incident, reported Gulf News.

Mar 12, 2026 01:29 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Explosions heard in downtown Dubai

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Loud bangs heard in Dubai as Iran steps up attacks in the region in response to US-Israeli attacks, news agency AFP reported, citing correspondent. Small clouds of smoke were seen above residential neighbourhood, according to the reports.

Mar 12, 2026 01:04 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: KLM cancels flights to Dubai until March 28

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines cancelled all flights to Dubai until March 28 amid the escalating conflict in Middle East.

“Due to ongoing unrest in the Middle East, KLM has decided to cancel all flights to Dubai up to and including March 28,” the airline said.

Mar 12, 2026 12:58 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE condemns drone attack on Oman's Salalah port

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE strongly condemned "unprovoked" drone attack by Iran, targeting the Port of Salalah in Oman, which damaged several oil tanks at the port.

Mar 12, 2026 12:33 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Saudi Arabia intercepts 2 drones

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defence said it intercepted two drones in the Empty Quarter heading toward the Shaybah field.

Mar 12, 2026 12:33 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Italian military base hit in Iraqi Kurdistan

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: An Italian military base was hit by a projectile in Iraqi Kurdistan overnight, said the Italian defence ministry.

"A missile hit our base in Erbil. There are no casualties or injuries among the Italian personnel. They are all fine," the ministry said on X shortly after midnight on Thursday.

Mar 12, 2026 12:22 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Iran war costing travel industry in Middle East $600m a day: World Travel and Tourism Council

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: The tensions between Israel, Train and the United States is costing the travel and tourism industry in the Middle East at least $600 million per day.

"The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) estimates that the escalating conflict in Iran is already impacting the Travel & Tourism sector across the Middle East by at least US$600 million per day in international visitor spending, as disruptions to air travel, traveller confidence and regional connectivity affect demand. The Middle East plays a vital role in global travel with the region accounting for 5% of global international arrivals and 14% of global international transit traffic. Any disruption affects demand worldwide, which impacts airports and flights, hotels, car hire companies and cruise lines," WTTC said in a statement.

Mar 12, 2026 12:09 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE imposes complete ban on drones and light sport aircraft

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE temporarily suspended drone operations across the country, stating that its use during this period will be a "direct breach of regulations".

Mar 12, 2026 12:03 PM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Three crew members believed to be trapped aboard Thai bulk carrier hit by missiles

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Three crew members, believed to be trapped aboard Thai bulk carrier hit by projectiles, are yet to be rescued, said the owner of the vessel.

The ship was attacked by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday (Mar 11).

Mar 12, 2026 11:34 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Projects hits container ship off UAE's Jebel Ali

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: An unidentified projectile hit a container ship, 35 nautical miles north of Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates, said the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident caused a small fire. “All crew are reported safe,” the agency said in an advisory. “No environmental impact has been reported at this time.”

Mar 12, 2026 11:25 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Bahrain arrests four over espionage activities with Iranian Revolutionary Guard

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: The Ministry of Interior Bahrain said that it had arrested four people for "espionage activities with Iranian Revolutionary Guard".

Mar 12, 2026 11:18 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Bahrain authorities urge people to stay at home

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: The Ministry of Interior Bahrain urged residents to stay at their homes, and close all the ventilation openings as precaution against potential effects of smokes after Iran struck fuel tanks at a facility in Muharraq Governorate. "MOI urges citizens & residents in Hidd, Arad, Qalali & Samaheej to remain in their homes, close windows & ventilation openings as precaution against potential effects of smokes from the fire currently being fought. Relevant authorities will keep you updated," the ministry said in a post on X.

Mar 12, 2026 10:42 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE sends missile threat alert

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority UAE, in a post on X said, "Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat. Please remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates."

Mar 12, 2026 10:33 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Drone hits residential building in Kuwait, 2 wounded

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that a drone hit a residential building in one of the southern regions of the country at dawn on Thursday (Mar 12). The incident wounded two people and caused material damage in the area.

The Kuwait Army in a post on X said, "The incident resulted in injuries to (2) individuals in addition to material damage, with the two injured currently receiving the necessary treatment." Earlier, the authorities confirmed that the Kuwaiti air defenses intercepted a number of "hostile drones that breached the airspace in the north of the country at dawn today."

Mar 12, 2026 10:21 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Dubai police available to assist travellers 24/7

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Dubai police in a post on X said, "Are you a tourist in Dubai? The Dubai Tourist Police are here to help. Our teams are available 24/7 to ensure your safety and security throughout your stay. You can reach us through the Dubai Police App – Tourist Support Service, Smart Police Stations (SPS), the Call Center (901), or via email."

Mar 12, 2026 09:52 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Iran threatens to target offices of US tech giants including Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nvidia in Gulf countries and Israel

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Iran’s Tasnim news agency put out a list of potential targets of Iran, including offices of US tech giants, including Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Nvidia in Israel and Gulf countries.

“With the expansion of regional war into infrastructure warfare, the scope of Iran’s potential targets are gradually expanding,” wrote Tasnim, according to news agency AFP.

Mar 12, 2026 09:41 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Trump says US 'hit', but won the war

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: US President has said that he “figured” US would be hit, but it was hit less than he thought initially. He also said that the US has won the war and that it was won in the first hour of the war.

Mar 12, 2026 09:29 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Drone falls on building in Dubai's creek harbour

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: Dubai authorities confirmed that a drone fell on a building in the vicinity of Dubai Creek Harbour. The building was evacuated following the incident and Civil Defence teams contained the fire.

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Mar 12, 2026 09:27 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE says air defence systems intercept Iranian missiles and drones

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE air defences said that they were responding to incoming missile and drone threats launched from Iran, with the Ministry of Defence confirming that sounds heard across parts of the country are caused by interception operations. “UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran. MOD asserts that the sounds heard are the result of the Air Defence Systems intercepting missiles and drones,” UAE Ministry of Defence said in a post on X.

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Mar 12, 2026 09:24 AM IST
Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: UAE air defences engage 6 ballistic missiles

Dubai, UAE, Abu Dhabi Attack News Today Live Updates: The UAE air defence systems, on Wednesday (Mar 11), engaged 6 ballistic missiles, 7 cruise missiles and 39 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of Iran’s “blatant aggression”, UAE air defences have engaged 268 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1514 UAVs.

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