Dubai Airport Flights Held After Drone Debris Falls Near Runway; Authorities Deny Strike

• Flights to Dubai International Airport were held in airspace after debris from an intercepted drone or missile fell near the airport.
• Flightradar24 showed multiple aircraft circling, initially amid speculation of an Iranian drone strike.
• Dubai authorities confirmed a "minor incident" due to falling debris after an interception, denying a direct strike or major explosion.
• No injuries were reported, and the situation was quickly contained; social media rumors of a strike were dismissed.
• An emergency safety notice had earlier urged passengers and staff to shelter due to a "potential missile threat."