UAE air defences respond to missile, drone threats

Tuesday, 5 May 2026 18:27

By ARN News Staff

The UAE’s air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.

Authorities have urged the public to stay in safe locations and follow official channels for updates.

The Ministry of Defence said the sounds heard in some areas are from interception operations and warned people not to approach, touch, or photograph any debris.

Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat. Please remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates. pic.twitter.com/1srVYlQgI0
— NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) May 5, 2026

More from Local News

UAE President marks Armed Forces unification anniversary with message of strength, unity

In a statement marking the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the nation’s strength lies in its military, the unity of its society and the resilience of its development model.
Gulf leaders condemn Iranian attacks in call with UAE President

Leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain have expressed their strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks during separate calls with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Gargash says Iran is 'responsible for exacerbating crisis in Arabian Gulf'

Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, has called Iran the "source of danger and threat to regional security and stability" a day after the country faced multiple attacks.
UAE to mark 50 years of armed forces unification

The UAE will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the unification of its armed forces on Wednesday, reflecting five decades of achievements in defending sovereignty and safeguarding national gains.
UAE schools, universities to switch to distance learning

Authorities in the UAE have announced the implementation of distance learning from Tuesday, May 5, until Friday, May 8, for nurseries, public and private schools, as well as higher education institutions nationwide.
UAE air defences confront 15 missiles, 4 drones on Monday

The UAE's air defence systems engaged 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) on Monday, May 4.
World leaders condemn renewed Iranian attacks on UAE

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron were among world leaders who strongly condemned the renewed Iranian attacks targeting the UAE, pledging continued support for the country.
UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian missile, drone attacks

The UAE has strongly condemned renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting civilian sites and facilities.
Three injured after drone attack at Fujairah oil complex

A fire broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone on Monday evening following a drone attack from Iran.
UAE intercepts multiple Iranian missiles

UAE defence systems detected four Iranian missiles on Monday; three were intercepted over the country’s territorial waters, while the fourth fell into the sea.
UAE sends emergency alerts for missile threats

The UAE's air defence systems responded to multiple missile threats on Monday, with authorities advising the public to stay in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates.
Dubai survey shows rising quality of life, high happiness

Dubai residents report high levels of happiness, safety and social cohesion, according to the latest Social Survey by the Community Development Authority (CDA).
UAE condemns Iranian attack on Adnoc tanker in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has strongly condemned an Iranian attack on a national carrier affiliated with ADNOC while transiting Strait of Hormuz.
Dubai to host World Police Summit in November

The World Police Summit will return to Dubai in November bringing together law enforcement and security experts from around the world.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan unveils plan to adopt agentic AI in Dubai's private sector

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has unveiled a two-year plan to equip Dubai's private sector with agentic AI.
Dubai Airports to scale up operations as UAE airspace restrictions ease

Dubai Airports is set to scale up operations and increase flight movements, with efforts to return to 1,396 daily movements at DXB in the next few months following the full return of airspace operations in the UAE.
UAE supports FAO's condemnation of Iran's disruption to global food supply

The UAE has welcomed the decision adopted by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Council addressing the implications for global food security and agriculture arising from Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed oversees beginning of tunnel works for Dubai Metro Blue Line

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited the site of the tunneling works now officially underway on Sunday for the Dubai Metro Blue Line.
'Make it in the Emirates' opens Monday with record 120,000 visitors expected

The UAE’s flagship industrial forum opens on Monday in Abu Dhabi with 120,000 visitors expected over four days and a host of new features designed to help businesses tap into one of the world’s most dynamic industrial development stories.
UAE, Syria expand emergency healthcare training programme

The UAE and Syria have launched the second phase of a joint medical training programme aimed at improving Syria’s ability to respond to emergencies and disasters.

News

UAE President marks Armed Forces unification anniversary with message of strength, unity
In a statement marking the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said the nation’s strength lies in its military, the unity of its society and the resilience of its development model.
UAE air defences respond to missile, drone threats
The UAE’s air defence systems are responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Gulf leaders condemn Iranian attacks in call with UAE President
Leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain have expressed their strong condemnation of the Iranian attacks during separate calls with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

UAE air defences respond to missile, drone threats

More from Local News

News

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go

UAE air defences respond to missile, drone threats

Share

More from Local News

News

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go