The United Arab Emirates says its air defence systems are actively engaging missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) described as coming from Iran. In a statement posted on X, the UAE Ministry of Defence says the systems are “actively engaging with missiles and UAV threats” and that the incoming threats have “come from Iran.” The UAE adds this is the second day in a row that it has reported such engagements.
The remarks come weeks after a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which has reduced but not eliminated tensions in the region. The UAE did not provide additional details in the available reports about the number of drones or missiles involved, where any interceptions occurred, or whether there were damages or casualties.
Both outlets reporting on the UAE statement attribute the information to the UAE Ministry of Defence and reference coverage by AFP, presenting the claim as an official UAE position rather than independently verified information from other sources.
