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UAE Air Defenses Engage Missiles and Drones in Sixth Wave as Iran Continues Attacks
The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed that air defenses are engaging ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones in a sixth wave of attacks. Sounds heard across the UAE are from interceptions rather than impacts so far. President Trump posted a response to the attacks, while Iran continues sending waves.
May 4, 1:48 PM·1m read1 source
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Defense stated that air defenses are actively engaging ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones in what it described as the sixth wave of such incidents. This confirmation came amid reports of sounds across the UAE, which the ministry attributed to interceptions rather than impacts, at least so far.
The ministry's announcement followed earlier similar reports, indicating a pattern of repeated engagements. The post addressed the ongoing situation, though specific details of the response were not provided in the report. This development occurred as Iran continues to send waves of attacks, as reported by the same source.
The incidents mark a continuation of hostilities, with the UAE's air defenses responding multiple times to incoming threats. @MarioNawfal noted that Iran keeps sending these waves, suggesting sustained activity. No further details on casualties or damage were mentioned in the available information.
