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A message has been sent to people in Dubai, instructing them to stay indoors.
14:27, Fri, Mar 13, 2026 Updated: 14:27, Fri, Mar 13, 2026
Dubai has been attacked by Iran (Image: Getty)
Explosions have been reported in parts of Dubai as authorities warn they are responding to a fresh missile attack. National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority in Dubai said Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat.
Authorites have told residents to remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates. Social media users have reported hearing loud 'booms in the Deira Murraqabat area at around 5.55pm local time. The UAE's Ministry of Defence has confirmed UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming ballistic missiles, fighter aircraft and drones. The sounds heard in scattered areas of the country are the result of the interceptions of these by air defense systems. Authorities are urging residents to stay in remain in a safe location and to follow official channels for warning and updates.
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'Loud boom'
Residents in parts of Dubai reported hearing loud explosion-like noises
One social media user wrote that they heard a "loud boom" in the Deira Murraqabat area at around 5.55pm local time.
Ballistic missiles, fighter aircraft and drones reported
UAE MOD statement
"UAE air defence systems are currently dealing with missile and drone attacks coming from Iran.
"The Ministry of Defence confirms that the sounds heard in various areas of the country are the result of air defence systems intercepting ballistic missiles, fighter aircraft and drones.
"The public is urged to follow the safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities."
'Sounds heard are the result of the Air Defence Systems'
The UAE's Ministry of Defence has confirmed UAE air defences are currently responding to incoming missile and drone.
The department added: "MOD asserts that the sounds heard are the result of the Air Defence"
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'Remain in a safe location'
Authorities are urging residents to stay in remain in a safe location and to follow official channels for warning and updates.
Air defense systems responding to missile threat in Dubai
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority in Dubai said air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat.
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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/LxWvWbgfBO
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