Missile Interception: Casualties Mount in Abu Dhabi

Twelve individuals from various nationalities, including five Indians, were injured in Abu Dhabi due to intercepted missile debris. UAE air defences engaged multiple attacks originating from Iran, resulting in the deaths of armed forces personnel and several civilians of different nationalities over time, including a Moroccan contractor.

Twelve individuals, including five Indian nationals, were injured in Abu Dhabi on Friday due to debris from intercepted missiles, local media reported.

The UAE's official news agency, WAM, confirmed the incident left six Nepali and five Indian nationals with minor to moderate injuries. One Nepali sustained severe injuries.

Engaged by UAE air defences, 18 ballistic missiles, four cruise missiles, and 47 UAVs were launched from Iran, as reported by the Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates. This ongoing conflict has also claimed the lives of two military personnel and a Moroccan civilian contractor. Additionally, nine other civilians of various nationalities have been killed.

(With inputs from agencies.)