Since the start of the Iranian attacks, the UAE has detected 253 ballistic missiles, of which 233 were destroyed, 18 fell into the sea and two landed within the country. Air defences also intercepted 1,359 of 1,440 drones detected, while 81 drones landed inside the UAE. Eight cruise missiles were also detected and destroyed.

Source: Ethiopian News March 09, 2026 13:25 UTC