The UAE Ministry of Defense announced in an official statement that the country’s air defense systems are currently responding to missile attacks and unmanned aerial vehicles originating from Iran in a major security development that reflects the readiness of the national defense system and its ability to respond immediately to any potential threats targeting the safety and stability of the country.

The ministry confirmed that the ongoing operations are being carried out with the highest levels of coordination between air defense units and the air force as advanced systems operate in full integration to detect and intercept hostile targets in the air ensuring that any threats are neutralized before reaching critical or residential areas within the UAE.

It further clarified that the sounds heard by residents across different regions of the country in recent hours are the result of successful interception operations conducted by air defense systems against ballistic missiles along with fighter jets engaging and countering drones and cruise type aerial threats detected within the national airspace.

The Ministry of Defense explained that these actions are part of a sophisticated defense framework that relies on the latest global technologies for early detection and rapid response to aerial threats which enhances the country’s capability to protect its skies and ensure the safety of citizens residents and visitors across all emirates.

The ministry stressed that the situation remains fully under control and that the relevant authorities are closely monitoring developments in real time while taking all necessary measures to maintain stability urging the public to rely only on official sources for accurate information and to avoid spreading rumors or unverified reports that could cause unnecessary concern within the community.