World · 1 March 2026

Iran hits UAE for second day; 3 dead, 58 injured total

Iran struck the United Arab Emirates for a second consecutive day on Sunday, with explosions reported in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The UAE Defence Ministry confirmed Iran had fired 165 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 541 drones at the country since Saturday. Of those, 152 ballistic missiles, both cruise missiles and 506 drones were intercepted. Thirty-five drones landed inside UAE territory causing casualties and damage.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 March 2026 at 16:14

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