The defense systems have achieved great success amid the ongoing tension between the Gulf countries and Iran. According to a recent report, Saudi Arabia, UAE and other Gulf countries have destroyed 94 percent of the drones and missiles fired by Iran in the air. With the help of America’s Central Command (CENTCOM), these countries have worked to keep their airspace safe. This tension is directly affecting the whole world as well as India and the migrants living there.
How many drones and missiles were destroyed in which country?
According to reports, despite the statement given by the President of Iran, many new attacks were seen on March 8 and 9. Security forces in different Gulf countries have foiled a large number of these attacks.
Country Ballistic Missile Drones (Drones) Other information UAE 189 (175 destroyed) 941 (876 destroyed) 8 cruise missiles also destroyed Kuwait 178 destroyed 384 destroyed Attack on fuel tank near the airport Saudi Arabia Continuous attacks stopped Continuous attacks stopped Aramco refinery targeted Bahrain 84 destroyed 147 destroyed Reports till now since February 28 Qatar 101 (98 destroyed) 39 (24 destroyed) Security tightened
To prevent these attacks, commercial flights have been stopped on many routes in the eastern region of Saudi Arabia and the UAE coast.
What is the impact on the people living in India and Gulf countries?
This entire matter is affecting the common man’s pocket and everyday life. Due to interruption in the supply of crude oil, there has been a huge rise in the prices of petrol and diesel in India and Pakistan. At some places the price of oil has increased up to Rs 55 per litre. Saudi Arabia has started using the Red Sea route for safe supply of oil.
New guidelines have also been issued for expatriates living in Gulf countries. People have been advised to move to safe places when danger sirens sound in Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Manama. Apart from this, UAE has implemented the work from home (Remote Work) system for common sectors in some northern areas so that people remain completely safe.
