At least one person was killed in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, after several missiles were launched from Iran. Most of the missiles were intercepted, and the nation called the strikes a violation of national sovereignty and international law. Explosions were reported in Dubai and Abu Dhabi as well, forcing the Emirates to close its airspace.
According to Al Jazeera, Tehran has confirmed targeting the US-linked Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, Al-Dhafra Air Base in the UAE, and the US Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain. Meanwhile, explosions were reported in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh as well, news agency AFP said.
Qatar: “The Ministry of Defence confirms that the threat was dealt with immediately upon detection, in accordance with the pre-approved security plan, and that all missiles were intercepted before reaching Qatari territory.”
UAE: "This targeting is a flagrant violation of national sovereignty and international law; the state reserves its full right to respond to this escalation and take all necessary measures to protect its territory. Such acts represent a dangerous escalation and a cowardly act that threatens the security and safety of civilians and undermines stability."
Bahrain: Confirming that Iranian strikes targeted sites and facilities within its boundary, the country said it was “a blatant violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and security”. It condemned the “treacherous attacks” as a direct threat to Bahrain’s security and the safety of its citizens and residents.
