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Drones Fall Near Dubai Airport, Injuring Indian Among Four in Iran-Linked Attack

Two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, causing injuries to four foreign nationals, including one Indian who sustained moderate wounds. The incident occurred as the UAE's Ministry of Defence reported its air defences were responding to missile and drone attacks launched from Iran. These attacks are described as retaliation for ongoing joint US-Israel military strikes. The UAE authorities confirmed air traffic was operating normally and reported a wider toll from the attacks, including six deaths and 122 injuries from various nationalities.

Key Points: Drones Hit Near Dubai Airport, Injuring Four Including Indian

  • Drones fell near Dubai airport
  • Four foreign nationals injured
  • UAE air defences intercept Iranian attacks
  • Retaliation for US-Israel strikes
  • Air traffic operating normally
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UAE: Indian among four people injured after drones fall near Dubai airport

Two drones fell near Dubai International Airport, injuring an Indian, a Bangladeshi, and two Ghanaians amid Iran-linked missile and UAV attacks on UAE.

"Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national. - Government of Dubai Media Office"

Abu Dhabi, March 11

Two Ghanaian nationals, one Bangladeshi and one Indian were injured after two drones fell in the area surrounding Dubai International Airport on Wednesday.

In a statement shared on X, Government of Dubai Media Office stated, "Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national. Air traffic is operating as normal."

Earlier in the day, UAE's Ministry of Defence announced that its air defences are responding to missile attacks and incoming drones from Iran. It urged people to follow safety and security instructions issued by the authorities.

"The UAE's air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone attacks from Iran. MoD asserts that the sounds heard are the result of the Air Defence Systems intercepting missiles and drones. The public are requested to adhere to the safety and security instructions issued," UAE's Ministry of Defence posted on X.

The missiles strikes by Iran in UAE comes in retaliation to the ongoing joint US-Israel strikes which began on February 28.

On Tuesday, UAE's Ministry of Defence stated that its air defences on Tuesday detected nine ballistic missiles, of which eight were destroyed, while one missile fell into the sea.

Furthermore, UAE's air defences detected 35 unmanned aerial vehicles, of which 26 were intercepted while nine fell within the country's territory.

In a statement shared on X, UAE's Ministry of Defence said, "A total of 1,475 Iranian UAVs have also been detected, of which 1,385 were intercepted, while 90 fell within the country's territory. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed."

"These attacks resulted in six deaths among Emirati, Pakistani, Nepalese and Bangladeshi nationals, and 122 people sustained moderate to minor injuries. The injured include nationals of the UAE, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Pakistan, Iran, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Yemen, Uganda, Eritrea, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Bahrain, the Comoros, Türkiye, Iraq, Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Jordan and Palestine," it added.

The ministry expressed its readiness to deal with any threats and said that it will respond firmly to any attempts to undermine UAE's security, ensure the protection of its sovereignty, security and stability, and safeguard its national interests and capabilities.

- IANS

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Rohit P
The article mentions one Indian with moderate injuries. I hope they get the best medical care and recover soon. UAE is like a second home to millions of Indians. These conflicts spilling over put so many innocent lives at risk.
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Aman W
While our concern is for our fellow Indian, we must also remember the other injured—Ghanaian and Bangladeshi workers. They are all there to earn a living. The casualty list shows this is truly an international crisis affecting the global working class.
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Sarah B
The scale of this is staggering—over 1400 UAVs detected? The air defence systems must be incredibly advanced. It's a relief air traffic is normal, but the psychological impact on residents, especially our large Indian community, must be huge.
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Vikram M
This is what happens when bigger powers clash—ordinary people from India, Nepal, Philippines suffer. The Indian government should issue stronger travel advisories and ensure our citizens' safety is a top priority in diplomatic talks with UAE.
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Karthik V
With respect to the UAE's efforts, the reporting could be clearer. The article jumps from a specific incident at Dubai airport to broader missile stats. It leaves me confused about the actual sequence of events. Better journalism is needed for such sensitive news.
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Nisha Z

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