The Dubai International Airport (DXB) has confirmed that two Iranian drones crashed in its vicinity, causing injuries to four people.
According to a statement by the Dubai Media Office, two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national sustained minor injury, while an Indian national suffered moderate injury.
“Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national,” read part of the statement.
In addition, authorities have assured the public that air traffic at DXB continues to operate normally despite the incident.
Dubai International Airport (DXB), the main hub for the airline Emirates, is the world’s busiest airport for international passenger traffic and handled nearly 100 million travelers in 2025.
Two Iranian Drones Crash Near Dubai International Airport
The temporary disruption caused by the drones comes amid heightened security concerns in the Middle East following the ongoing war triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
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Several airspaces in the Middle East have faced restrictions due to concerns about missiles and drones, forcing airlines to cancel, reroute, or delay flights.
However, UAE carriers, including Emirates and Etihad Airways, have gradually resumed operations, although they remain below normal capacity.
Maritime security officials also reported attacks on shipping in the region. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said a container ship and a bulk carrier were struck by projectiles off the UAE coast, while another vessel was hit in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, causing a fire that was later extinguished.
Iranian Drone Attack Suspends Flights at DXB
Dubai Airports partially resumed operations on March 7 after a brief interruption.
An Iranian drone attack near the main terminals of Dubai International Airport (DXB) previously resulted in suspended operations on Saturday, March 7, just after Iran announced that it would no longer target neighbouring countries and apologised for the past attacks.
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According to eyewitnesses, black smoke rose over the airport after a loud boom.
“For the safety of passengers, airport staff, and airline crew, operations at Dubai International (DXB) have been temporarily suspended.”
Additionally, attacks were also recorded across the Gulf, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, where the national oil company announced a “precautionary” production cut.
The Emirates said it was targeted with 16 ballistic missiles and more than 120 drones.
