Three Indians were injured after Iran launched an attack in the UAE’s Fujairah. Fire broke out at a major UAE oil industry zone on Monday. This was the first attack on the UAE since the Pakistan-mediated ceasefire between Washington and Tehran took effect on April 8. The civil defence teams rushed to control the fire. The injured were taken to the hospital and their injuries were reported as moderate, the Fujairah Media Office said in a statement. The UAE’s military intercepted three Iranian missiles over its waters, while a fourth missile crashed into the sea. The authorities also issued a warning on mobile phones about possible missile attack earlier in the day which said: “Due to the current situation, potential missile threats, immediately seek a safe place in the closest secure building, stay away from windows, doors, and open areas. Await further instructions.”
This is not the first time Fujairah’s energy infrastructure has been targeted. Earlier on March 14, a drone attack hit the Port of Fujairah, triggering fires and the suspension of some oil-loading operations. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence urged the public to comply with all public safety procedures when warning messages are issued to the public. Authorities have urged the public not to spread rumours and rely on official sources for information.
