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UAE intercepted 12 missiles, 19 drones today: ministry

Published April 6, 2026
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The UAE has said its air defence systems intercepted 12 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles and 19 drones today, with four people left injured.

“Since the onset of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged a total of 519 ballistic missiles, 26 cruise missiles, and 2,210 UAVs.”

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