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UAE air defences respond to missile threat; residents told to stay in safe
Updated : 2 days, 1 hour ago IST
The UAE has activated air defences to intercept an Iranian missile and drone attack, advising residents to "remain in a safe location." Authorities have intercepted over 1,700 threats since the conflict began. While most were neutralised, hostilities have tragically caused six deaths and 131
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Saudi military downs drones targeting Shaybah oil field in eastern region
Updated : 2 days, 2 hours ago IST
Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple drones targeting the "Shaybah oil field" as regional tensions soar. Amid the conflict, Russia and Saudi Arabia "emphasised the need" for international efforts to prevent escalation. Meanwhile, the US warned Russia not to intervene, despite Trump and Putin di
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UK Air Force takes out drone in Iraqi airspace
Updated : 3 days, 11 hours ago IST
The UK Air Force on Tuesday announced that overnight, a ground-based British Counter-Uncrewed Aerial Systems unit took out a drone in Iraqi airspace, which was heading towards Coalition forces.
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Saudi air defences neutralise 16 drones targeting Shaybah oil field in fre
Updated : 1 week ago IST
Saudi air defences intercepted 16 drones targeting the Shaybah oil field and missiles aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base. Amid rising regional tensions, the Kingdom and GCC condemned the "treacherous Iranian aggression," with Riyadh asserting its "full right" to take all necessary measures t
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Detected over 185 missiles since start of blatant Iranian aggression: UAE
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
"A total of 941 Iranian drones have also been detected, of which 876 were intercepted, while 65 fell within the country. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed," the Ministry said.
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Pentagon identifies four soldiers killed in War; US Secretary of Army mour
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
US Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll said in a post on X, "I'm deeply saddened by the loss and injury of our Soldiers from the recent Iranian attacks on U.S. Army forces in the Middle East. We extend our deepest condolences and prayers to all those impacted by these recent attacks."
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UAE intercepts 165 missiles, 541 drones since start of Iranian attack; thr
Updated : 1 week, 5 days ago IST
West Asia is on high alert following joint US-Israel strikes, titled Operation Roaring Lion/ Operation Epic Fury. While reports claim Supreme Leader Khamenei was killed, Iran has launched retaliatory drone and missile attacks across the region. The UAE intercepted hundreds of threats, tho
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"No clear way to return to India": Actor Sonal Chauhan stranded in Dubai,
Updated : 1 week, 6 days ago IST
Actor Sonal Chauhan has found herself stuck in Dubai after several flights were cancelled due to rising tensions in the Middle East. The actress has now reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for help, asking for support to return to India safely.
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Drone intercepted near Burj Al Arab, fire quickly contained amid rising te
Updated : 1 week, 6 days ago IST
Amid the escalating tensions in West Asia after Iranian attacks across various countries, authorities in Dubai said a drone was intercepted near the Burj Al Arab, causing debris that sparked a minor fire on the hotel's outer facade.
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