Iran strikes back with a new wave of attacks across the Gulf as the US-Israel assault intensifies. Follow live updates here.
The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued an emergency alert warning residents of a potential missile threat, directing everyone to immediately take shelter in the nearest secure building, move away from windows, doors, and open areas, and await further official instructions.
Zayed International Airport has shared a video highlighting the coordinated efforts underway across the airport and the wider Abu Dhabi ecosystem to assist travellers affected by current disruptions.
Teams are working together to arrange accommodation, transportation, and medical assistance where needed, ensuring passengers remain safe and comfortable while awaiting travel updates.
Officials stressed that every effort is being made to maintain smooth coordination across all services at the airport.
British Airways has temporarily reduced its regional schedule due to ongoing uncertainty and airspace instability in the Middle East, cancelling all flights to and from Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, and Tel Aviv until later this month, and Abu Dhabi flights until later this year.
The airline is offering limited seats on repatriation flights from Muscat to London Heathrow on March 11 and 12 for existing booking holders, who can call +44 203 467 3854 to secure a seat.
British Airways said it is actively reaching out to customers still in the UAE to provide travel options back to the UK, and urged the public to rely only on official BA channels for updates, warning against scams and suspicious links.
Qatar’s Ministry of Defence announced that the country came under attack on Tuesday afternoon when Iran launched five ballistic missiles at the state.
The Armed Forces successfully intercepted and neutralised all five missiles, with no casualties or damage reported.
The ministry concluded by praying for Allah’s protection over Qatar, its Amir, its people, and all residents.
Bahrain’s Defence Force announced that its air defence systems have successfully intercepted successive waves of Iranian attacks, destroying a total of 105 ballistic missiles and 176 drones directed at the kingdom since hostilities began.
The General Command condemned the targeting of civilian sites and private property as a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the UN Charter, warning that such indiscriminate attacks pose a direct threat to regional peace and security.
The Ministry of Defence held a military funeral at Zayed Military Hospital in Abu Dhabi for Captain Pilot Saeed Rashid Hamad Al Balushi and First Lieutenant Ali Saleh Ismail Al Tunaiji, who were martyred following a helicopter crash caused by a technical malfunction while on duty.
The ceremony was attended by senior military commanders and the families of the two officers.
The Ministry of Defence extended its deepest condolences to their families, praying for God’s mercy upon the martyrs and patience and solace for their loved ones.
UAE air defences intercepted 8 of 9 ballistic missiles and 26 of 35 drones launched on March 10, 2026, with one missile falling into the sea and nine drones landing within the country’s territory.
Since the start of what the ministry described as brazen Iranian aggression, the UAE has detected 262 ballistic missiles – destroying 241, with 19 falling into the sea and 2 landing on UAE territory. Of 1,475 Iranian drones detected, 1,385 were intercepted while 90 fell within the country. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed.
The attacks have so far resulted in 6 deaths of Emirati, Pakistani, Nepalese, and Bangladeshi nationals, and 122 injuries spanning 26 nationalities. The Ministry of Defence reaffirmed it remains on full alert to counter all threats to the country’s sovereignty and stability.
Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to a fire at a facility in the Ruwais Industrial Complex following a drone attack, with no injuries reported so far.
Authorities reminded the public to rely solely on official sources for updates and to refrain from spreading unverified information or rumours.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has reminded the public of the mandatory ban on all drones and light sports aircraft in light of the current exceptional circumstances, warning that non-compliance will carry legal consequences.
The authority urged full public cooperation in the interest of general safety.
Flight operations at Bahrain International Airport have been temporarily suspended following a decision by Civil Aviation Affairs to close Bahraini airspace.
The airport said flights will resume as soon as an official notice is issued by the relevant authorities, and travellers are advised to check the status of their flights directly with their airlines.
Dubai Police is warning residents to exercise caution with videos and images circulating on social media during the current crisis, noting that false and misleading content may spread rapidly.
Residents are urged to verify the accuracy of any material before resharing it, with the force reminding the community that responsible information sharing is a key pillar of national security and public safety.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said it shot down a drone east of Al Kharj Governorate, according to defence spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki.
Separately, the General Directorate of Civil Defence responded to a drone crash in a residential area of Al Zulfi Governorate, which caused limited material damage with no reported injuries.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the strike on the UAE Consulate General in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, describing repeated attacks on diplomatic premises as a clear breach of international law, including the Fourth Geneva Convention of 1949.
The ministry stressed the importance of upholding the protection of diplomatic missions and expressed Saudi Arabia’s full solidarity with the UAE.
The Israeli Defense Forces carried out another round of airstrikes on assets and storage facilities belonging to the Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Quard Al-Hassan Association in Lebanon, which it said were used to fund weapons purchases and pay terrorist salaries, as part of continued operations to weaken Hezbollah’s military capacity.
Dubai moved to calm public concerns with a new video message reaffirming that the emirate remains a safe destination for both residents and visitors, regardless of the current regional situation.
The message signals the city’s determination to project stability and confidence, reinforcing its reputation as a secure and welcoming global hub.
Watch the full video here.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) expressed appreciation for all entities working around the clock to safeguard the nation’s security and stability, saying it has full confidence in the preparedness and competence of the country’s national institutions and their teams.
Brigadier General Dr. Jadaan Fadel Jadaan announced that Kuwait’s National Guard downed six drones at secured sites in the north and south of the country, as part of ongoing efforts to protect vital installations and counter potential threats.
He confirmed that National Guard forces are on full alert in coordination with the army, police, and General Fire Force, urging the public to follow all security and safety directives issued by the relevant authorities.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said it shot down a ballistic missile aimed at the Eastern Region and destroyed two drones east of Al-Kharj Governorate, according to defence spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki.
Kuwait’s armed forces intercepted two ballistic missiles in the country’s south and shot down a hostile drone after a wave of aerial targets breached its airspace at dawn on Monday, according to defence spokesperson Colonel Saud Al-Atwan.
He added that Kuwaiti forces remain on full alert and are prepared to counter any threats to the country’s sovereignty and security.
Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior confirmed that a direct Iranian attack on a residential building in the capital Manama left one person dead and several others wounded.
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