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US-Israel war on Iran enters Day 22: UK approves U.S. use of British bases to strike Iran, UAE intercepts missiles, drone strikes, latest updates
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UAE air defenses engage 3 ballistic missiles and 8 UAVs in latest Iranian attack -
Ras Al Khaimah extends distance learning for two weeks, offers flexible work for caregiver employees -
Jordan condemns terrorist plot targeting UAE’s economy and financial system -
Egypt condemns terrorist plots targeting UAE and Kuwait, pledges full solidarity with Gulf states -
Trump says US close to meeting military objectives in Iran, considers winding down operations -
UAE Ministry of Interior issues all-clear, notifies public to resume normal activities -
UAE Ministry of Interior issues emergency alert to residents -
Dubai authorities confirm explosion sounds are result of successful air defense interceptions -
UAE Ministry of Interior issues all-clear, notifies public to resume normal activities -
US-Israel strikes on Iran: As it happened – a timeline of events -
Kuwait air defenses actively engaging incoming missile and drone attacks -
UK ministers condemn Iran’s attacks on shipping and oil facilities, confirm US use of British bases for defensive operations -
UAE Ministry of Interior issues emergency alert to residents
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UAE air defenses engage 3 ballistic missiles and 8 UAVs in latest Iranian attack
UAE air defense systems intercepted 3 ballistic missiles and 8 UAVs launched from Iran on March 21, 2026.
Since the start of Iranian aggression, air defenses have cumulatively engaged 341 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,748 UAVs.
The attacks have resulted in the deaths of 2 armed forces members and 6 civilians of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, and Palestinian nationalities, with 160 people injured across a range of nationalities.
The Ministry of Defence reaffirmed it remains fully prepared to counter any threats and protect the country’s sovereignty, security, and national interests.
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Ras Al Khaimah extends distance learning for two weeks, offers flexible work for caregiver employees
Ras Al Khaimah Government has announced the continuation of distance learning across schools and higher education institutions, alongside flexible work arrangements for caregivers among government employees.
Distance learning will continue for two weeks at the start of the third academic term across all nurseries, kindergartens, and private schools, with the situation reviewed weekly in coordination with the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Knowledge.
Higher education institutions will also continue distance learning for two weeks following the spring break, with weekly reviews in coordination with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Flexible remote work will be made available to caregiver government employees, where job roles permit, during the distance learning period for students from kindergarten through grade 5 and children enrolled in nurseries. The measure is introduced within the framework of the Year of the Family and in support of the educational process.
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Jordan condemns terrorist plot targeting UAE’s economy and financial system
Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs has strongly condemned the terrorist plot targeting the UAE through attempts to infiltrate its economy and destabilise its financial system, describing it as a rejected act aimed at threatening the country’s security and stability.
The ministry reaffirmed Jordan’s full solidarity with the UAE and unwavering support for all measures taken to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its citizens and residents, while stressing the Kingdom’s rejection of all forms of terrorism seeking to undermine regional security and stability.
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Egypt condemns terrorist plots targeting UAE and Kuwait, pledges full solidarity with Gulf states
Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned terrorist and sabotage plots targeting the security and stability of Gulf states, most recently those thwarted in the UAE and Kuwait.
The ministry expressed full solidarity with both countries and all Gulf states, supporting their efforts to confront attempts to undermine their sovereignty and threaten their security.
Egypt also expressed full support for all security and legal measures taken by competent authorities to protect their peoples and maintain stability, reiterating its firm rejection of all forms of violence, terrorism, and attempts to destabilise countries in the region.
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Trump says US close to meeting military objectives in Iran, considers winding down operations
US President Donald Trump has declared that American forces are “very close to meeting our objectives” in the Middle East and are considering “winding down our great Military efforts” against Iran, in a post via Truth Social.
Trump outlined five goals: “completely degrading Iranian Missile Capability, Launchers, and everything else pertaining to them”; destroying Iran’s defence industrial base; “eliminating their Navy and Air Force, including Anti Aircraft Weaponry”; “never allowing Iran to get even close to Nuclear Capability”; and “protecting, at the highest level, our Middle Eastern Allies, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, and others.”
On the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said it “will have to be guarded and policed, as necessary, by other Nations who use it – The United States does not.”
He added that if asked, the US would help those countries in their Hormuz efforts, but said “it shouldn’t be necessary once Iran’s threat is eradicated,” describing it as “an easy Military Operation for them.”
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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.
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UAE Ministry of Interior issues emergency alert to residents
Screenshot 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.
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Dubai authorities confirm explosion sounds are result of successful air defense interceptions
Authorities in Dubai have confirmed that sounds heard across parts of the city were the result of successful air defense interception operations, urging the public to rely on official sources for updates.
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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.
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Kuwait air defenses actively engaging incoming missile and drone attacks
Kuwait’s General Staff of the Army has announced that air defense systems are currently confronting hostile missile and drone attacks, clarifying that any explosion sounds heard are the result of interception operations.
The public is urged to adhere to all security and safety instructions issued by the competent authorities.
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UK ministers condemn Iran’s attacks on shipping and oil facilities, confirm US use of British bases for defensive operations
UK ministers meeting to discuss the latest Middle East developments have condemned Iran’s targeting of unarmed commercial vessels, civilian oil and gas infrastructure, and its blocking of the Strait of Hormuz.
Ministers warned that Iran’s strikes, including on Red Ensign vessels and those of close allies and Gulf partners, risk pushing the region further into crisis and worsening the economic impact felt in the UK and globally.
Ministers confirmed that the agreement permitting the US to use UK bases in the collective self-defence of the region covers American defensive operations to degrade the missile sites and capabilities being used to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
They also underlined that the UK is working with international partners to develop a plan to safeguard international shipping through the Strait.
The UK reaffirmed its commitment to defending its people, interests, and allies in accordance with international law, while avoiding being drawn into the wider conflict, and called for urgent de-escalation and a swift resolution to the war.
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UAE Ministry of Interior issues emergency alert to residents
Screenshot 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.
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