BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 28. Amid rising
tensions between Iran and Israel, several ballistic missiles
launched from Iran were intercepted over Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the
United Arab Emirates (UAE), foreign media outlet's statement says,
Trend
reports.
According to information, debris from one of the intercepted
missiles fell into a residential area, claiming the life of a
person reportedly of Asian descent.
The UAE Ministry of Defense issued an official statement
condemning the attacks:
"Targeting us is a blatant violation of national sovereignty and
international law. The UAE reserves the full right to respond to
this escalation and to take all necessary measures to protect its
territory, citizens, and residents, while ensuring its sovereignty,
security, and stability."
Both cities targeted host US military bases, heightening
regional security concerns.
Following the second round of nuclear talks between Washington
and Tehran on February 17, which ended without progress, the U.S.
increased its presence in areas near Iran, deploying over 150
aircraft to bases in Europe and the Middle East.
The escalation follows the 3rd round of nuclear talks between
Iran and the United States in Geneva on February 26. Held under the
administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the negotiations
were seen as a last opportunity for a diplomatic resolution.
However, no agreements were reached, as Tehran refused to halt
uranium enrichment, dismantle its nuclear facilities, or accept
indefinite restrictions on its nuclear program. Israel launched its
airstrikes shortly afterward, with Katz emphasizing that the
operations were preemptive.
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