UAE detects Iranian ballistic missiles, prepares for threats

The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that its air defense forces detected two ballistic missiles fired by Iran toward its territory. The Ministry of Defense confirmed that the first missile landed outside the UAE's territorial waters, while the second fell within its territorial waters.

The UAE has stated it is prepared to counter any threats. Approximately two hours before the Ministry of Defense issued its statement, the UAE's Interior Ministry had sent a brief mobile alert to residents warning of a "potential missile threat." The alert advised citizens to seek immediate shelter in the nearest safe building.

This marks the first time in several months that the UAE's defense forces have detected Iranian ballistic missiles targeting the country. Iran has not yet issued any comment regarding the incident. The mobile alert was subsequently lifted.