US-Israel war on Iran enters Day 14: UAE intercepts new wave of strikes in Central Dubai, latest updates

Dubai Police urges public to move to safety immediately upon hearing drones

Dubai Police has urged the public to prioritise their safety and move immediately to the nearest safe location upon hearing the sound of a drone, cautioning residents not to stop out of curiosity.

IndiGo introduces fuel surcharge from March 14 amid 85% spike in regional fuel prices

Indian airline IndiGo is introducing a fuel charge on all domestic and international routes effective 00:01 hrs on March 14, 2026, citing a sharp surge in fuel prices driven by ongoing geopolitical issues in the Middle East.

IATA’s Jet Fuel Monitor indicates an 85% or more increase in fuel prices for the region.

The additional charge per sector ranges from ₹425 for domestic India and Indian Subcontinent routes, ₹900 for the Middle East, ₹1,800 for South East Asia, China and Africa, and ₹2,300 for Europe. IndiGo said the charge is a relatively modest response to what it described as a sudden and substantial change in the operating environment, and that it will continue to monitor the situation and adjust accordingly.

US orders 2,200-strong Marine unit and three warships to Middle East, ABC News reports

A Marine expeditionary unit comprising 2,200 Marines aboard three US Navy amphibious ships is being ordered to deploy to the Middle East, according to two US officials cited by ABC News.

The 31st MEU, permanently based in Japan and operating in the Indo-Pacific Command region, is being redirected to the Middle East.

Officials noted the deployment does not necessarily mean the unit will be used as a ground force in Iran, but that it provides land, amphibious and aviation assets that military commanders could draw on if needed.

The unit includes a squadron of F-35 fighter jets and a squadron of MV-22 tilt-rotor Osprey aircraft.

UAE Ministry of Interior issues all-clear, notifies public to resume normal activities

The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued a public safety alert confirming that the situation is currently safe.

Residents are advised that they may resume their normal daily activities while remaining cautious, taking necessary precautions, and continuing to follow official instructions.

UAE Ministry of Interior issues emergency alert to residents

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.

UAE engages 7 ballistic missiles and 27 UAVs on March 13 amid ongoing Iranian attacks

UAE air defence systems engaged seven ballistic missiles and 27 UAVs launched from Iran on March 13.

Since the onset of what authorities described as blatant Iranian aggression, air defences have cumulatively engaged 285 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,567 UAVs. The attacks have claimed six lives among Emirati, Pakistani, Nepali and Bangladeshi nationals, while 141 people sustained minor to moderate injuries spanning nationals of nearly 30 countries, including Sweden among the newly added nationalities.

The Ministry of Defence reaffirmed its full readiness to confront any threats to the country’s sovereignty, security and national interests.

TOKEN2049 Dubai postponed to April 2027 amid regional uncertainty

TOKEN2049 Dubai has been postponed to April 21–22, 2027, due to ongoing regional uncertainty and its impact on safety, international travel and logistics.

Organisers said ensuring the global crypto industry can gather safely and at the scale and quality that define the event remains the top priority. All registered tickets will automatically carry forward to the 2027 event, with no action required.

Attendees who prefer an earlier event may transfer their ticket to TOKEN2049 Singapore, scheduled for October 7–8, 2026, at Marina Bay Sands.

Organisers expressed gratitude to Dubai’s regulators and government partners for their continued support throughout the process.

Four crew members killed in US KC-135 crash in western Iraq

Four of the six crew members aboard a US KC-135 refuelling aircraft that went down in western Iraq on March 12 have been confirmed dead, US Central Command announced from Tampa, Florida.

Rescue efforts for the remaining crew members are continuing. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation, though authorities confirmed the crash was not the result of hostile or friendly fire.

The identities of the service members are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Israeli Air Force launches extensive wave of strikes on Iranian regime infrastructure in Tehran

The Air Force has launched a wide-scale wave of strikes targeting the Iranian regime’s infrastructure in Tehran.

Two drones downed in Suhar Governorate, two expatriates killed

A security source reported the downing of two drones in the Suhar Governorate in Oman. One drone came down in the Al Awahi Industrial Area, resulting in the death of two expatriates and a number of injuries, while the second landed in an open area with no casualties.

Competent authorities are handling both incidents and conducting investigations.

The relevant authorities commended the public for refraining from circulating photos and rumours, urging residents to obtain information only from official sources and assuring that all efforts are mobilised to protect the Sultanate and its people.

Trump claims US is ‘totally destroying’ Iran militarily and economically

US President Donald J. Trump claimed the US is making sweeping gains against Iran across military and economic fronts, pushing back against media coverage he said was misrepresenting the situation.

“We are totally destroying the terrorist regime of Iran, militarily, economically, and otherwise,” Trump said, asserting that Iran’s navy and air force have been eliminated and that its missiles, drones and leadership have been decimated.

“We have unparalleled firepower, unlimited ammunition, and plenty of time,” he added. Trump also drew a personal parallel, noting that as the 47^th president, he was acting against a regime he said had “been killing innocent people all over the world for 47 years.” “What a great honor it is to do so!” he said via a post on Truth Social.

Bahrain intercepts 114 ballistic missiles and 190 drones since start of Iranian aggression

The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that air defences have intercepted and destroyed 114 ballistic missiles and 190 drones targeting the kingdom since the onset of what it described as hostile terrorist Iranian aggression.

The General Command emphasised that the use of ballistic missiles and drones against civilian areas and private property constitutes a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and the UN Charter, describing the indiscriminate attacks as a direct threat to regional peace and security.

Six French soldiers injured in drone attack on joint base in Erbil

Six French soldiers were injured in a two-drone attack in Erbil in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

The French Armed Forces General Staff said the soldiers were participating in counter-terrorism training with Iraqi partners and were immediately transferred to the nearest medical facility.

Erbil Governor Omed Khoshnaw said the two drones targeted a joint base of Peshmerga forces and French troops in the Makhmour district of Erbil province.

US refuelling aircraft crashes in western Iraq during operations against Iran, rescue efforts under way

US Central Command announced the loss of a KC-135 refuelling aircraft in western Iraq during ongoing military operations against Iran, stating the crash was not the result of hostile or friendly fire.

Two aircraft were involved in the incident, with one going down in western Iraq while the other landed safely. Rescue efforts are currently under way.

Qatar Civil Defense contains limited warehouse fire in Al Baraka Al Awamer, no injuries reported

Civil Defense teams responded to a limited fire in one of the warehouses in the Al Baraka Al Awamer area, bringing the incident under control with no injuries reported.

UAE Ministry of Interior issues all-clear, notifies public to resume normal activities

The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued a public safety alert confirming that the situation is currently safe.

Residents are advised that they may resume their normal daily activities while remaining cautious, taking necessary precautions, and continuing to follow official instructions.

Interception debris causes minor damage to building façade in central Dubai, no injuries reported

Authorities confirmed that debris from a successful interception caused a minor incident on the façade of a building in central Dubai, with no injuries reported.