UAE Intercepts Large-Scale Iranian Missile and Drone Attacks Amid Regional Tensions

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) reported intercepting a large-scale barrage of Iranian attacks involving over 1,400 ballistic missiles, drones, and cruise missiles amid escalating regional tensions following a US-Israel operation that killed Iran's Supreme Leader. The UAE Defence Ministry stated it intercepted most missiles and drones, with some falling on UAE territory, causing four deaths and over 100 injuries among diverse nationalities. The UAE condemned the strikes as violations of sovereignty and international law, affirming its right to defend its security. Iran threatened further attacks on US targets in the region, while the UAE denied retaliatory strikes on Iran and emphasized care for the Iranian people.