Dubai Media Office denies Reuters report on explosions

Thursday, 16 July 2026 at 21:01

By ARN News Staff

The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) has confirmed that a Reuters report about explosions in Downtown Dubai is false.

It stressed the importance of relying only on official sources for information and avoiding the spread of rumours.

The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) confirms that the Reuters report regarding explosions in Downtown Dubai is false. GDMO urges the public and media to rely only on official sources for accurate information and to avoid spreading rumours or unverified information.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 16, 2026

The GDMO also warned that media outlets publishing false news or unverified information will face action under local and federal laws and regulations.

The Government of Dubai Media Office confirms that action will be taken against media outlets that publish false news or unverified information about Dubai, in accordance with local and federal laws and regulations.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 16, 2026

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