Dubai explosion: Missile threat alert issued in UAE as ‘blast heard in Business Bay’ | World | News
Explosions were heard in Dubai on Friday evening as tensions in the Middle East remained high amid the epic Operation Rage. Social media users reported that explosions were heard in various parts of the city, including Business Bay and Jumeirah Village Circle.
Referring to Eid al-Fitr, user One X wrote: “Dubai started Eid with a bang. It ended with a bang. This [the] New way to celebrate Eid al-Fitr from Iran”. The social media user included a screenshot from his phone showing a public safety warning and said: “Due to the current situation, possible missile threats, immediately seek a safe place in the nearest secure building, move away from windows, doors and open areas. Wait for further instructions.”
Dubai confirmed that its air defenses had to be activated, and Dubai Media Office wrote about X: “Authorities in Dubai confirm that sounds heard in various parts of the city are the result of successful air defense response operations. Please rely on official sources for updates.”
The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority also confirmed a threat. “Air defense systems are currently responding to the missile threat. Please stay in a safe location and follow official channels for alerts and updates,” the agency wrote in a social media post.
