Explosions In Downtown Dubai, Small Clouds Of Smoke Seen As Iran Continues To Strike Authorities in Dubai reported a "minor drone incident" on Thursday after an AFP correspondent heard explosions in the city's downtown area, as Iran continued its campaign against the Gulf in response to US-Israeli attacks. The Dubai government's media office stated that no injuries were reported, and the incident occurred in the Al Bada'a neighborhood. Small clouds of smoke were observed rising above the residential area before dissipating. The Gulf region has faced significant Iranian attacks since the Middle East conflict began on February 28, resulting in 24 casualties, including seven US service members and 11 civilians. Earlier in the day, a container ship near Dubai was struck by a projectile, causing a small fire. The British military's United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Center confirmed the incident, noting the vessel's crew remained safe. In Bahrain, an Iranian attack triggered a major fire on Muharraq Island, which houses the country's international airport. The airport's jet fuel tanks and nearby oil industry facilities were at risk. Kuwait's Defense Ministry reported that an Iranian drone struck a residential building, injuring two people. The UAE activated its air defenses twice to protect Dubai from attacks, with firefighters extinguishing a blaze at a tower in Dubai Creek Harbor after a drone impact. Saudi Arabia confirmed it shot down a drone targeting the diplomatic quarter of Riyadh and reported downing drones in the kingdom's eastern region, including one attempting to strike the Shaybah oil field. The ongoing conflict highlights the escalating tensions in the Gulf, with Iran's attacks continuing to disrupt critical infrastructure and civilian areas.#iran #dubai #bahrain #kuwait #al_badaa
