A fire in Fujairah, sparked by falling shrapnel after successful air defence interceptions, has been contained.
Emergency teams quickly brought the blaze under control. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported.
The Fujairah Media Office earlier said the fire had broken out in the oil industry zone.
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) March 9, 2026
— Fujairah Media Office (@FjMediaoffice) March 8, 2026
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UAE ambassador to UN calls for 'de-escalation' in Iran conflict
The United Arab Emirates ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva called on Monday for a de-escalation of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and a return to negotiations.
Dubai ranked world’s cleanest city for sixth consecutive year
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