UAE issues alert in Abu Dhabi as it conducts defence ops

Stay safe, urge authorities in the UAE.

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Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor
The Abu Dhabi skyline
The Abu Dhabi skyline
AFP-GIUSEPPE CACACE

The Ministry of Interior alerted residents and visitors in Abu Dhabi of an incoming threat that was being dealt with by the proficient authorities of the UAE.

It tweeted on X: "Air defenses are now dealing with a missile threat. Please stay in a safe place and follow the warnings and updates on official websites."

The Ministry of Defence has also put out a statement assuring people that the sounds being heard are not the explosion of a bomb but in fact, signs of a successful interception.

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Karishma H. Nandkeolyar
Karishma H. NandkeolyarAssistant Online Editor
Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture and internet trends to everyday lifestyle moments that make you go, “Same.” Her work blends insight with a conversational tone that feels like catching up with your cleverest friend — if your friend also had a deadline and a latte in hand. Off-duty, Karishma is a proud dog mom who fully believes her pup has a personality worth documenting, and yes, she does narrate those inner monologues out loud. Whether she’s writing features, curating content, or crafting the perfect headline, Karishma brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of sarcasm to the mix.

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