[50627] Large-scale Iranian air attack on the UAE; dozens of casualties

Security escalation in the Gulf: UAE reports a widespread air attack by Iran

On May 4, 2026, the UAE Ministry of Defense reported a series of air attacks by Iran, which included the launch of 12 ballistic missiles, 3 cruise missiles, and 4 drones. According to the report, the UAE's air defense systems intercepted the threats, but the incidents led to the injury of 3 people. Official sources in the Emirates stated that they are prepared to "respond decisively to any action directed against the country's security."

These reports were confirmed and widely circulated by international and regional media outlets, including Iran International, which noted that since the beginning of the aerial clashes, the UAE's systems have dealt with a cumulative total of 549 ballistic missiles, 29 cruise missiles, and 2,260 drones. According to updated information, the total number of casualties since the start of this round of violence has risen to 227 injured and 3 dead.

On the other hand, media outlets identified with the Iranian government, such as آخرین خبر, refrained from confirming the reports of the attack and emphasized that these are "claims by the UAE" that have not yet received official confirmation from Tehran. At the same time, the سپاه پاسداران channel published footage it claims shows missile launches from coastal areas in southern Iran, without directly addressing the targeted destinations.

On the diplomatic front, آخرین خبر reported on a phone call between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the President of the UAE, during which responsibility for the attacks was placed on Iran. In addition, Fars News quoted Donald Trump regarding the event, saying that "the missiles were mostly intercepted and no heavy damage was caused." Additional media channels, including IrannnNewsss, reported that following the events, it was decided to temporarily suspend flight traffic to and from the UAE.