Abu Dhabi: A missile and drone attack linked to Iran struck near an industrial area in Abu Dhabi, injuring five Indian nationals and raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said their air defence systems intercepted the incoming threats, but falling debris caused fires and injuries on the ground.
Officials confirmed that the injured workers were taken to hospital and are in stable condition. The damage occurred in a key industrial zone, where emergency teams quickly moved to control the situation.
The attack comes at a time of rising tensions between Iran and Israel. The conflict, which has intensified in recent weeks, has seen both sides exchange strikes targeting military and strategic facilities.
In response to recent Iranian actions, Israel reportedly carried out air strikes inside Iran, including on sensitive sites linked to its nuclear programme and industrial infrastructure. Iranian officials have warned that such attacks will be met with strong retaliation.
The Abu Dhabi incident shows that the conflict is no longer limited to Iran and Israel. It is now affecting other countries in the region, including Gulf states. Security analysts say the use of missiles and drones across borders increases the risk to civilians and foreign workers.
There are also growing concerns that more countries could be drawn into the crisis. Armed groups allied with Iran in the region have already launched attacks, adding to the instability.
Governments across the Middle East are on high alert as fears grow that the situation could escalate further in the coming days.