The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates announced on Saturday that the country’s air defense systems successfully intercepted nine ballistic missiles and thirty three drones launched from Iran as part of a series of attacks targeting the region in recent days The ministry confirmed that the UAE armed forces responded to these aerial threats with high efficiency using advanced air defense systems designed to protect the national airspace and ensure the safety of residents as well as critical infrastructure These developments come as military authorities continue to monitor the regional situation closely while maintaining constant operational readiness to detect and neutralize any potential threats targeting the country.

According to the Ministry of Defense the latest interception is part of a broader series of defensive operations carried out by UAE air defense forces since the beginning of what the ministry described as blatant Iranian attacks on the country During this period the UAE air defense systems successfully dealt with a total of two hundred ninety four ballistic missiles fifteen cruise missiles and one thousand six hundred drones This figure highlights the scale of the challenges faced by the country during the recent period while also demonstrating the advanced capabilities and preparedness of the UAE armed forces in protecting the nation’s skies through sophisticated surveillance detection and interception technologies.

The ministry also revealed that the attacks resulted in six fatalities involving individuals of Emirati Pakistani Nepalese and Bangladeshi nationalities In addition the incidents led to one hundred forty one injuries classified as minor to moderate among individuals from a wide range of nationalities including Emirati Egyptian Sudanese Ethiopian Filipino Pakistani Iranian Indian Bangladeshi Sri Lankan Azerbaijani Yemeni Ugandan Eritrean Lebanese Afghan Bahraini Comorian Turkish Iraqi Nepalese Nigerian Omani Jordanian Palestinian Ghanaian Indonesian and Swedish nationals reflecting the humanitarian impact of the attacks which targeted populated areas.

Officials emphasized that UAE armed forces handled these attacks through carefully coordinated operational procedures designed to protect civilians and minimize damage as much as possible Air defense systems worked to intercept incoming threats before reaching their intended targets which helped significantly reduce potential losses and maintain the safety of critical infrastructure across the country The ministry also noted that various national authorities cooperated closely to ensure rapid emergency response provide assistance to the injured and manage the aftermath of the attacks according to established emergency response plans.

The Ministry of Defense stressed that the UAE armed forces remain fully prepared and ready to respond to any threats that could target the country’s security stability or sovereignty emphasizing that the national defense system possesses the necessary capabilities and resources to confront any attempts aimed at destabilizing the nation or undermining its security The protection of the UAE territory and the safety of its residents remain a top priority for the country’s leadership and military command.

Furthermore the ministry confirmed that the armed forces continue to closely monitor developments across the region while coordinating with relevant authorities to safeguard the country’s airspace and maintain the stability of daily life across the UAE through comprehensive defensive measures designed to protect national interests and strategic assets.

Officials also highlighted that ongoing defense preparedness efforts include strengthening early warning systems and enhancing air defense capabilities to ensure rapid detection and interception of potential threats as part of a fully integrated national security framework dedicated to protecting the nation and its communities.

The Ministry of Defense concluded its statement by reaffirming that the United Arab Emirates will continue taking all necessary measures to safeguard its national security protect its sovereignty and ensure stability in the face of any threats targeting the country or its people.