Four Injured After Two Drones Fell in Vicinity of DXB
Authorities say two drones fell near Dubai International Airport, leaving four people injured while flights continued as normal.
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Four people were injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, authorities confirmed, amid heightened regional tensions.
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Officials said the drones landed in the vicinity of the airport, causing injuries to several individuals nearby. Emergency services responded quickly to the scene and provided medical assistance to those affected.
According to officials, the injured included two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national who sustained minor injuries, while one Indian national suffered moderate injuries.
Authorities also confirmed that the incident did not disrupt airport operations. Despite the drones falling near the busy aviation hub, air traffic continued to operate normally at Dubai International Airport.
The incident comes amid ongoing regional tensions and a series of drone and missile attacks affecting parts of the Gulf. Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and investigate the circumstances surrounding the drones.
Dubai International Airport remains one of the world’s busiest hubs for international travel, handling thousands of flights each week and connecting passengers to destinations across the globe.