UAE says its air defenses responding to 'missile threat'
The UAE announced its air defense systems are responding to a "missile threat" following a recent exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 09:16 | 08 May 2026
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said Friday that its air defense systems are responding to a "missile threat."
"Air defense systems are currently responding to a missile threat," the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) said on the US social media platform X.
It urged residents to "remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates."
The notice comes hours after an exchange of fire between the US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
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