Drone interception causes minor injuries in Dubai

Sunday, 1 March 2026 11:27

By ARN News Staff

Debris from drones intercepted by UAE air defences has caused two minor injuries after falling in the courtyards of two homes, with those involved receiving the necessary medical care.

The authority confirmed that any sounds heard "were the result of successful interception operations".

Authorities confirmed that debris from drones intercepted by air defences fell in the courtyards of two homes in Dubai, resulting in two injuries. The injured have received the necessary medical care. Authorities also clarified that the sounds heard across the emirate were the…
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 1, 2026

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Drone interception causes minor injuries at Abu Dhabi's Etihad towers
Abu Dhabi authorities are dealing with the minor injuries of two people following the fall of debris from a drone after it was intercepted by UAE air defence systems onto the front of one of the buildings at Etihad Towers.
Drone interception causes minor injuries in Dubai
Debris from drones intercepted by UAE air defences has caused two minor injuries after falling in the courtyards of two homes, with those involved receiving the necessary medical care.
UAE Ministry of Education addresses exam cancellation rumors
The UAE's Ministry of Education has denied the cancellation of semester or final exams for the current academic year.

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