The air defense system of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) successfully intercepted 6 ballistic missiles and 9 drones (UAVs) fired by Iran on 27 March 2026 and destroyed them in the air. A total of 11 people have died and 171 people have been injured in this incident. Those killed also included Indian citizens who were working there. The UAE Defense Ministry has issued a statement expressing its commitment to protect its security and sovereignty.
What are the details of those who lost their lives and were injured in the attack?
Those who lost their lives in this attack include two army soldiers and a Moroccan citizen who was working on contract with the Armed Forces. Apart from these, 8 other people have died who were migrants from different countries. The number of injured is 171 who have suffered minor to serious injuries. This news is very sad for the migrants because the people working in it have been affected.
Citizenship details UAE military members 2 martyred Morocco 1 martyred India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Palestine 8 dead Total injured civilians 171 (India, Pakistan, Egypt, Philippines and others)
What has been the record of UAE Air Defense so far?
According to the UAE Defense Ministry, the air defense system is continuously active and working at full strength in response to these attacks by Iran. The details of the total proceedings so far are as follows:
Ballistic Missiles: A total of 378 missiles have been shot down so far.
Cruise Missiles: 15 missiles have been successfully intercepted.
Drones (UAVs): So far, 1,835 drones have been destroyed in the air.
Latest Status: Missile debris has been confirmed to have fallen on Sweihan Street in Abu Dhabi.
Security agencies are on high alert for Indians and other expatriates living in UAE. The ministry has made it clear that the security and stability of the country will be maintained at any cost. The injured include citizens of 29 different countries who are being treated in government hospitals.
