UAE says air defenses intercepted Iranian missiles and drones

The United Arab Emirates said on Friday its air defense systems intercepted two ballistic missiles and three drones launched from Iran, leaving three people with moderate injuries.

The UAE defense ministry said the latest incident brought the total number of projectiles intercepted since the start of Iranian attacks on the country to 551 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles and 2,263 drones.

The ministry said total injuries had reached 230 people of multiple nationalities, while 13 people had been killed, including three military-related personnel and 10 civilians.

The ministry said the UAE remained fully prepared to confront threats against the country’s security and stability.