Overview
- UAE defence officials report 268 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,514 drones intercepted since February 28.
- The government reiterates a strictly defensive posture to avoid being drawn into a broader regional conflict.
- Vital services and the Abu Dhabi and Dubai markets continued to function without notable disruption.
- Reporting notes six fatalities to date as authorities provide alerts, shelters, evacuation assistance and mental‑health support.
- Analysts say the campaign showcased integrated air-defense readiness and reinforced crisis-management credibility, with widespread international condemnation of the attacks.