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LoginUAE Says Air Defenses Intercept Iranian Missiles and Drones
Abu Dhabi, May 08 (QNA) - The United Arab Emirates said its air defense systems intercepted two ballistic missiles and three drones launched from Iran on Friday, as regional tensions continued to escalate.
In a statement carried by the Emirates News Agency, the UAE Ministry of Defense said the latest attack resulted in three people sustaining moderate injuries.
The ministry added that the country's air defenses had intercepted 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles and 2,263 drones since the beginning of the Iranian attacks on the UAE.
According to the statement, the total number of injuries linked to the attacks has now risen to 230, including Emirati nationals as well as Arab and foreign residents.
The UAE armed forces said they remained on "full alert" and were prepared to respond to any threats targeting the country’s security and stability.
The ministry stressed that the military would respond firmly to any attempt to undermine national security, while ensuring the protection of the country's sovereignty, strategic interests and critical capabilities. (QNA)
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