The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Defense has reported that seven people have been killed and 145 injured since the start of its war with Iran. The ministry released the updated figures in a recent statement, according to Al Jazeera. It also confirmed that Emirati forces intercepted six ballistic missiles and 21 drones on the day of the announcement.
According to the ministry’s post on social media platform X, since the conflict began on February 28, the UAE has intercepted a total of 304 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,627 drones. The update reflects the continuing intensity of hostilities between the UAE and Iran.
The report underscores the scale of ongoing military engagements and the UAE’s defensive operations amid the conflict, though no further details on the broader situation or diplomatic developments were provided.