Qatar’s defense forces intercepted a missile aimed at the country, the Gulf state announced Wednesday morning.
The action follows Iran’s ongoing attacks on neighbors and US assets in the region. These occur during the US and Israeli campaign against Tehran’s regime.
“The Ministry of Defense announces armed forces intercepted a missile attack targeting Qatar,” the ministry posted on X/Twitter.
A Reuters witness heard the interception boom.
Drones injure four near Dubai airport
Dubai authorities confirmed two drones fell near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday.
Four people suffered injuries, the Dubai Media Office reported on X/Twitter.
Two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi sustained minor wounds. One Indian national had moderate injuries.
Airport air traffic runs normally, officials confirmed.
Bulk carrier struck off UAE coast
Separately, UK Maritime Trade Operations reported a bulk carrier hit by an unknown projectile.
The incident happened 50 nautical miles northwest of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Wednesday.
UKMTO said the crew remains safe. Authorities are investigating.
