The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed it detected a missile threat using its air defense systems. On March 7, 2026, UAE air defenses detected 16 ballistic missiles and successfully intercepted 15 of them. On May 4, a more complex threat was neutralized: 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 drones, totaling 19 aerial threats in a single wave. The threats have been consistently traced back to launches originating from Iran. No significant damage to civilian or critical infrastructure has been reported, and energy prices have remained relatively stable despite these incidents.
Source: Read the original article
