Nigerians were among over 140 residents injured after Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles at the United Arab Emirates, in an escalation that has heightened fears for thousands of Nigerians living and working across the Gulf nation.
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates confirmed that six people were killed while 141 others sustained injuries following the attacks, which were carried out late Friday and into Saturday.
The UAE Ministry of Defence disclosed that its air defence systems intercepted several missiles and drones launched from Iran during the latest assault on March 14, describing the incident as a major escalation in regional hostilities.
In a statement posted on its official X account, the ministry said its air defence units engaged nine ballistic missiles and 33 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) during the attack.
“The UAE air defence systems on March 14 engaged nine ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran,” the ministry stated. See More/Details