Dubai International Airport in the United Arab Emirates was targeted in a late-night ballistic missile attack allegedly launched by Iran, leaving several passengers and airport staff injured. Emergency response teams rushed to the site as evacuation and safety protocols were immediately activated.
The strike caused instant disruption to flight operations, with multiple services delayed and airside movement restricted. Authorities began a rapid assessment of the affected terminal area to determine the scale of structural damage.
Officials described the incident as a major escalation in the ongoing regional tensions, raising fresh concerns over the safety of civilian aviation infrastructure and international air travel.
Security agencies across the UAE have been placed on high alert, while aviation regulators continue to monitor the situation and implement precautionary measures to safeguard passengers and airport operations.