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US-Israel war on Iran enters Day 16: UAE intercept fresh strikes in Dubai Marina, Al Sufouh areas, Trump calls for allies, latest updates
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Qatar Airways confirms limited flights operating within safe corridor amid regional situation -
Kuwait intercepts 14 drones in 24 hours; three strike Kuwait International Airport damaging radar system -
Netanyahu posts video dismissing rumours of his death and AI-generated appearance -
UAE facilitates return of around 500 Golden Visa holders and residents stranded abroad -
UAE intercepts four missiles and six drones on March 15 -
Bahrain intercepts 125 missiles and 211 drones as Iranian attacks continue -
Saudi Arabia intercepts five more drones over Riyadh and Eastern Region -
FIA cancels Bahrain, Saudi Arabia Formula 1 Grand Prix amid Middle East conflict -
UAE orders arrest of 25 more individuals for spreading misinformation and glorifying military aggression online -
Abu Dhabi authorities contain fire at Ruwais Industrial Complex following drone strike -
Dubai Media Office confirms sounds heard in Marina and Al Sufouh were from successful air defence interceptions -
Trump declares Iran ‘beaten and completely decimated’, calls on global partners to jointly secure Strait of Hormuz -
US-Israel strikes on Iran: As it happened – a timeline of events
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Qatar Airways confirms limited flights operating within safe corridor amid regional situation
Qatar Airways has advised passengers that flights are currently operating within a limited safe corridor defined by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, restricting the number of flights that can operate daily.
The airline stressed that the safety and wellbeing of passengers and crew remain its highest priority.
Travellers are urged to check the latest schedule at qatarairways.com/schedule.
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Kuwait intercepts 14 drones in 24 hours; three strike Kuwait International Airport damaging radar system
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence announced in Statement No. 31 that air defence systems detected 14 hostile drones breaching the country’s airspace over the past 24 hours.
Eight were destroyed, though falling debris caused material damage and left three members of the armed forces with minor injuries, all of whom have received treatment and are in stable condition. Three other drones fell outside the threat area and posed no danger.
Three hostile drones targeted Kuwait International Airport, damaging its radar system, though no casualties were reported. The Kuwaiti Armed Forces affirmed their full readiness to protect the country’s security and sovereignty.
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Netanyahu posts video dismissing rumours of his death and AI-generated appearance
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu published a short video on Sunday poking fun at social media rumours that he had died or that his recent televised address had been AI-generated.
Appearing at a cafe outside Jerusalem, Netanyahu said sarcastically, “I’m dead for coffee,” employing a colloquial Hebrew expression meaning to love something to death. He then held his hands up to the camera and asked, “Do you want to count the number of fingers?” – a reference to speculation that he appeared to have six fingers in his latest televised address, fuelling claims it was AI-generated.
The prime minister also urged Israeli citizens to follow safety instructions during incoming rocket alerts, saying their resilience “gives strength to me, to the government, to the army, to the Mossad.”
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UAE facilitates return of around 500 Golden Visa holders and residents stranded abroad
The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) announced the successful return of approximately 500 Golden Visa holders and residents to the country through air and land entry points, after their return had been delayed due to regional developments including airspace closures and global aviation disruptions.
Both authorities stated that from the outset of the regional crisis, they were fully prepared to respond with precautionary and proactive measures, maintaining continuous coordination with relevant UAE authorities and diplomatic missions abroad, monitoring developments, and updating contingency plans as circumstances evolved.
MoFA and NCEMA reaffirmed that the safety and security of citizens, residents, and visitors remain among the UAE’s top priorities, and that the successful operations reflect the efficiency and professionalism of the country’s institutional framework in addressing challenges under its guiding principle of “People First.”
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UAE intercepts four missiles and six drones on March 15
The UAE Ministry of Defence announced that air defence systems intercepted four ballistic missiles and six drones launched from Iran on March 15, 2026.
Since the start of what the ministry described as blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted a cumulative total of 298 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,606 UAVs.
The attacks have resulted in six deaths among Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationals, and 142 minor to moderate injuries affecting individuals of 28 nationalities.
The Ministry of Defence affirmed that it remains fully prepared to counter any threats and will firmly confront any attempt to undermine the country’s sovereignty, security and stability.
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Bahrain intercepts 125 missiles and 211 drones as Iranian attacks continue
Bahrain’s General Command of the Defence Force announced that its air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 125 ballistic missiles and 211 drones targeting the kingdom since the start of what it described as brutal Iranian terrorist aggression.
The General Command praised the performance and vigilance of its personnel, expressing pride in their combat readiness and operational efficiency in protecting the country’s skies.
Authorities urged the public to exercise caution, stay away from damaged sites and suspicious objects, and refrain from filming military operations or debris impacts. The public was also reminded to avoid spreading rumours and to rely solely on official and government media for information, alerts, and warnings.
The General Command reiterated that targeting civilian property with ballistic missiles and drones constitutes a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and the UN Charter, and that such indiscriminate attacks represent a direct threat to regional peace and security.
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Saudi Arabia intercepts five more drones over Riyadh and Eastern Region
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence Spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki announced that five drones were intercepted and destroyed over the Riyadh and Eastern regions.
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FIA cancels Bahrain, Saudi Arabia Formula 1 Grand Prix amid Middle East conflict
The FIA has confirmed that the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not take place in April due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. No replacement events will be scheduled for that month.
The FIA Formula 2, Formula 3, and F1 Academy rounds scheduled alongside those events have also been cancelled.
The decision was made in full consultation with the Formula One Group, local promoters, and FIA member clubs in the region.
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UAE orders arrest of 25 more individuals for spreading misinformation and glorifying military aggression online
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the arrest of a further 25 individuals of various nationalities, referring them for expedited trial for publishing misleading content on digital platforms that harms national defence and glorifies military aggression against the UAE.
Investigations and digital monitoring revealed the defendants fell into three groups. The first published real footage of missile interceptions and public gatherings, adding commentary and sound effects to heighten anxiety and potentially expose defensive capabilities.
The second fabricated or recycled content using AI, presenting footage from outside the UAE as having occurred within the country, often adding national flags or dates to lend false credibility.
The third group published content glorifying a hostile state and its leadership, framing its regional military actions as achievements and amplifying hostile propaganda.
The Public Prosecution has begun investigating the charges and ordered the defendants held in preventive detention pending further inquiries.
The Attorney-General stressed that exploiting cyberspace to spread misleading content or compromise the country’s defensive capabilities is a serious criminal offence, particularly given the current circumstances, and that anyone proven involved will face the full weight of the law.
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Abu Dhabi authorities contain fire at Ruwais Industrial Complex following drone strike
Abu Dhabi authorities confirmed at 1:20am that a drone strike struck a facility at the Ruwais Industrial Complex, sparking a fire that has since been brought under control, with cooling operations currently underway. No injuries were reported.
The public was reminded to rely only on official sources for information and to refrain from spreading rumours or unverified content.
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Dubai Media Office confirms sounds heard in Marina and Al Sufouh were from successful air defence interceptions
Dubai authorities confirmed at 3:18am that sounds heard in the Marina and Al Sufouh areas were the result of successful air defence interceptions, according to an X post by the Dubai Media Office.
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Trump declares Iran ‘beaten and completely decimated’, calls on global partners to jointly secure Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald J. Trump declared that the United States has “fully beaten and completely decimated Iran, both Militarily, Economically, and in every other way,” while calling on countries that rely on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to take responsibility for securing the passage, with significant US support and coordination.
Trump framed the effort as a team endeavour, saying the US would work closely with partner nations to ensure the process moves quickly and smoothly, via a post on Truth Social.
He expressed hope that the collective effort would bring the world together toward what he described as harmony, security, and lasting peace.
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