UAE Air Defenses Intercept 6 Ballistic Missiles and 21 Iranian Drones Amid Escalating Attacks
The United Arab Emirates’ air defense forces intercepted six ballistic missiles and 21 drones launched by Iran, marking the latest escalation in ongoing hostile actions targeting the Gulf state. Since the onset of these attacks, UAE forces have successfully intercepted 304 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,627 drones. The assaults have resulted in the deaths of two members of the UAE armed forces and five civilians from Arab and foreign nationalities. Additionally, 145 people have been wounded, ranging from minor to serious injuries. These attacks underscore heightened regional tensions and pose a significant threat to the UAE's national security... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Mar 2026 13:09
Iran Launches Drone Attacks on UAE Infrastructures, Temporarily Suspending Flights at Dubai International Airport
The ongoing tensions in the Gulf have escalated as Iran has launched drone attacks on key infrastructures in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), specifically targeting the major port of Fujairah and Dubai's international airport. This incident marks a significant increase in hostilities in a region already fraught with geopolitical tension, amidst continuous threats to oil transport and associated facilities. On Monday, flights at Dubai International Airport were temporarily suspended due to a "drone-related incident," triggering a fire near the airport. This disruption follows a prior drone strike that ignited another fire at Fujairah, recognized as one of the largest oil... [Continue Reading]
Iran Intensifies Military Strategy Against Israel and Allies with Drone Attacks on Gulf Infrastructure
In a significant escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran's military strategy continues to intensify as it adopts a "war of attrition" approach aimed at Israel and its allies in the Gulf region. Reports indicate that this strategy is executed through a series of drone assaults aimed at critical infrastructures, including oil facilities in Saudi Arabia and vital locations in the UAE. These developments have emerged in the second week of the ongoing conflict that has engulfed the region. Amid these developments, Israel has issued warnings of impending attacks, confirming that Iranian counterstrikes are becoming increasingly frequent. Over the... [Continue Reading]
