Two Indian nationals were among four people who sustained minor injuries after debris from a missile interception fell on homes in southern Dubai, authorities said. Media reports added that the incident also triggered a fire, which was quickly contained, with officials confirming that all injuries were minor.
Earlier, the official account of the Government of Dubai Media Office said on X that authorities were responding to an incident caused by debris from a successful interception that fell on residential houses in southern Dubai, resulting in property damage and minor injuries to four Asian nationals.
In a subsequent update, Dubai Media Office said, “Authorities confirm that the incident caused by debris from an interception that fell on houses in southern Dubai resulted in minor injuries to two Indian nationals, one Bangladeshi national, and one Sri Lankan national.”
“The incident was handled in accordance with the highest safety standards. Please rely on official sources for updates,” the post added.
According to media reports, UAE authorities later confirmed that the injuries were minor and the situation has been fully handled in line with the highest safety standards.
Residents have been advised to exercise caution and adhere to official guidance, as air defence systems remain active amid ongoing aerial threats.
The incident comes against the backdrop of rising tensions in the Middle East, with Iran intensifying missile and drone attacks across the Gulf.
In recent days, several countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan, have faced repeated aerial strikes. UAE officials have confirmed intercepting multiple waves of missiles and drones launched from Iran, highlighting the scale and frequency of the offensive.
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