Dubai alert LIVE: Missile warning sent to UAE as Iran war sparks panic in Middle East
The UAE has issued a missile alert, sparking panic in the Middle East.
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The brief
The alert comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The UAE government has asked residents to seek shelter. The Times of Israel reports that the situation is now safe.
The Daily Express is live-blogging the situation. The Jerusalem Post is providing live updates from the region. The UAE's alert has sparked panic in the Middle East, with residents and businesses on high alert.
The UAE government has not yet provided further details on the missile threat. The situation is fluid, and more information is expected to emerge in the coming hours.
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Who reported it (9)
- UAE says Iran launched two missiles at it Reuters · 1h ago
- Iran targets UAE with two missiles, prompting first alert in months Euronews.com · 3h ago
- UAE says to seek shelter, warns of ‘potential missile threats’ for first time in months The Times of Israel · 3h ago
- UAE says it detected two missiles fired from Iran; both fell into water The Hill · 3h ago
- BREAKING: UAE issues alert for potential missile threats Gulf Business · 3h ago
- UAE Warns Of 'Potential Missile Threats', Asks People To Seek Shelter NDTV · 3h ago
- Live Updates: Latest from Israel, Iran, and the Middle East The Jerusalem Post · 3h ago
- UAE says situation safe after detecting missile threat The Times of Israel · 3h ago
- Dubai alert LIVE: Missile warning sent to UAE as Iran war sparks panic in Middle East Daily Express · 3h ago
Quick answers
What time was the missile alert issued?
The missile alert was issued at 15:35 UTC on August 18, 2026.
Which countries are involved in the conflict?
The conflict involves Israel and Iran, with the UAE issuing a missile alert.
What is the current status of the situation?
The Times of Israel reports that the situation is now safe. However, the UAE government has not yet provided further details on the missile threat.
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