UAE air defences responded to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Sunday afternoon, the Ministry of Defence said.
The alert was issued at 4:20 p.m., and the MOD emphasised sounds heard were due to their interception.
Residents are urged to follow all issued safety and security instructions.
UAE convoys deliver 663 tonnes of aid to Gaza
Five UAE humanitarian aid convoys carrying 663 tonnes of supplies have entered the Gaza Strip over the first week of August as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Nominations for first Dubai-it Award open August 10
Nominations for the first edition of the Dubai-it Award open on August 10, recognising individuals, projects and organisations that have turned ambitious ideas into tangible results in Dubai.
Irish authorities praise UAE over Daniel Kinahan extradition
Ireland's Justice Minister has praised UAE authorities for their handling of the extradition of Irish national Daniel Kinahan, describing the professionalism of the country's judicial bodies as being of a high standard.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah discusses regional developments with Kuwait FM
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
Dubai using AI to cut building permit issuance from days to minutes
Dubai Municipality has launched a new AI-powered project to automate the issuing of building permits, reducing the wait time from days to just minutes.
ADNOC confirms vessel targeted by missile in Strait of Hormuz
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has confirmed that one of its vessels was targeted by a missile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday.
Dubai rider caught speeding at 290kmph, filming dangerous stunts
Dubai Police has summoned a rider and impounded his bike for a release fee of AED50,000 after he posted videos online of his dangerous stunts while speeding at 290kmph.
UAE strongly condemns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's Najran
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on the Najran Region in Saudi Arabia.
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