UAE and Bahrain Respond to Missile and Drone Attacks Amid Middle East Tensions

Recent missile and drone attacks attributed to Iran have triggered air defence responses in the UAE, with explosions reported in Dubai and sirens sounding in Bahrain's capital, Manama. UAE's Ministry of Defence confirmed interception of ballistic missiles and drones, while Kuwait and UAE defence ministers discussed enhancing bilateral security cooperation amid ongoing Middle East tensions following US and Israeli airstrikes on Tehran. Officials express concern over escalation and emphasize the need to contain the conflict.