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Drone Strike Near U.S. Consulate in Dubai Triggers Fire, No Injuries Reported

Consular services paused under a continuing U.S. 'Depart Now' advisory following regionwide strikes.

Overview

  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a drone hit a parking area beside the Dubai chancery and confirmed all personnel were accounted for.
  • Dubai Media Office reported the blaze was contained with no injuries after emergency teams responded.
  • The U.S. Consulate in Dubai cancelled visa and consular appointments through March 4 as operations were reduced.
  • Saudi authorities said drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh causing a limited fire, while diplomatic sources reported a hit on the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait.
  • The State Department maintained its 'Depart Now' guidance for multiple countries, as UAE officials warned the public to avoid debris and AFP debunked a recycled video falsely billed as a CIA site strike.