UAE air defences engage 3 ballistic missiles, 8 drones from Iran on March 21

UAE air defences engage 3 ballistic missiles, 8 drones from Iran on March 21

These attacks resulted in the death of 2 members of the armed forces, as well as the killing of 6 civilians of Pakistani, Nepalese, Bangladeshi, and Palestinian nationalities.

UAE says air defenses engaged 3 ballistic missiles, 8 drones launched from Iran

The United Arab Emirates said its air defenses intercepted three ballistic missiles and eight drones launched from Iran, amid escalating regional tensions....

UAE Air Defenses Crush New Iranian Attack Wave

AlertsThe United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence confirmed that its air defense systems successfully intercepted a fresh wave of Iranian threats on March 21, 2026, engaging 3 ballistic missiles and 8 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched toward the country. This latest interception reflects the continued intensity of Iran’s sustained aerial campaign against Gulf states, with the UAE remaining one of the primary targets. ⸻ Operational Overvi…