United Arab Emirates in the 2026 Iran war
Summary
At around 12:53 p.m. on 28 February 2026, following the coordinated 2026 United States–Israeli strikes on Iran, the Islamic Republic of Iran launched a multiday series of missile and drone airstrikes on the United Arab Emirates. As of 9 April 2026, the UAE has intercepted and destroyed 537 ballistic missiles, 2,256 drone attacks and 26 cruise missiles fired from Iran using their THAAD and Patriot missile defence systems acquired from the United States. The attacks have killed 13 people, including two military personnel, one civilian contractor, and 10 other civilians, and injured 224 others, ranging from minor to severe cases. According to the Wall Street Journal, the UAE responded with strikes on Iranian infrastructure using warplanes and drones in coordination with the U.S. and Israel, which included the Lavan Island attack.
Originally created by BasselHarfouch
3/1/2026, 4:32:42 PM
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