DUBAI, May 4 (Xinhua) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Defense said on Monday that four missiles coming from Iran towards the country were detected, of which three were successfully intercepted over the UAE’s territorial waters, and another one fell into the sea.
The ministry confirmed that the sounds heard in scattered areas of the country were the result of the successful interception of the aerial threats.
It urges the public to obtain information from official sources, verify the facts, and adhere to all public safety measures upon receipt of warning messages.
Meanwhile, the UAE National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority said air defenses are responding to a missile threat, urging residents to remain in safe locations and follow official updates.
