UAE touts interception achievements as Iranian strikes shake ‘safe oasis’ image
Iranian missiles and drones targeting the UAE have killed three and left 68 others lightly injured, the spokesperson for the UAE Ministry of Defense said on Tuesday.
While the ministry's post on X reported minor to moderate damage to civilian facilities, it highlighted a high interception rate by national air defense systems. Of 186 ballistic missiles launched toward the country, 172 were intercepted, 13 fell into the sea and one landed on the UAE’s territory.
The Iranian attack also involved 812 drones, 755 of which were intercepted, while 57 fell within the country. All eight cruise missiles launched at the UAE were detected and destroyed.
The All Israel News Staff is a team of journalists in Israel.
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