Missile Incident in Abu Dhabi Leaves Indian National Injured On March 22, the United Arab Emirates intercepted four ballistic missiles and 25 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched from Iran. Following the successful engagement of a ballistic missile by UAE air defenses, debris from the intercepted missile fell in the Al Shawamekh area of Abu Dhabi, resulting in a minor injury to an Indian national. The Abu Dhabi Media Office confirmed the incident, stating that emergency teams responded promptly to the scene. Authorities emphasized the importance of relying on official sources for information and avoiding the spread of unverified rumors during the ongoing regional tensions. The UAE’s air defense system has been actively engaged in intercepting Iranian attacks since the conflict escalated. As of March 23, the UAE has intercepted 345 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,773 UAVs. The attacks have led to the loss of two UAE military personnel, along with six nationals from Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Palestine, and 160 injuries, including Emiratis and foreign nationals from various countries. Six Indian nationals have been reported killed in the crisis, with Saudi Arabia confirming its first Indian casualty last week and two others killed in an attack on an industrial area in Oman. UAE authorities have maintained a swift response to the attacks, ensuring immediate medical care for the injured. The UAE Ministry of Defence reiterated that the country remains "fully prepared" to counter any threats, citing its well-equipped defense systems and a "robust strategic stockpile of munitions" to sustain interception efforts over extended periods. UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, highlighted the government’s commitment to the safety of Indian nationals residing in the country.#iran #united_arab_emirates #abu_dhabi #indian_national #uae_ministry_of_defence
