Dubai Intercepts Iranian Missile Strike, Loud Explosions Heard Across UAE

• Dubai's air defense system intercepted incoming missile and drone threats from Iran early Wednesday, causing loud explosions.
• Burning debris from intercepted missiles fell over parts of Dubai, with witness videos showing interceptors launching and debris raining down.
• The strikes are part of a larger barrage by Tehran targeting Israel, Gulf states, and the US embassy in Baghdad.
• UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed sounds were from successful interception of ballistic missiles, drones, and cruise missiles.
• UAE residents received emergency alerts, and airspace was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure before reopening.