UAE Armed forces fully prepared to tackle any aggression from Iran

The UAE has strategic reserves of air defence systems capable of countering aerial threats for a prolonged period, Major General Abdul Naser Al Hummaidi, Defence Ministry spokesperson, said during a media briefing on Tuesday.

He said the UAE wont accept any infringement on its sovereignty or the safety of its territory and it conserves its rights to conduct all defence measures.

Al Hummaidi said the country has enough ammunition and nationally-made weaponry that are capable of countering all types of aerial threats and protecting the nation’s airspace.

Since the launch of the Iranian attacks, the UAE defence forces have intercepted 186 ballistic missiles, 812 drones, and eight cruise missiles since the attacks started on Saturday. 

Al Hummaidi confirmed that all injuries were caused due to falling debris from missile interceptions. 

Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Co-operation, called for a return to the negotiating table as the only rational way to contain the crisis and prevent escalation. She emphasised that the UAE remains a country of security and stability, home to over 200 nationalities who live and work safely.

Al Hashimy stressed that the current conflict disregarded the UAE’s repeated warnings that its territory would not be used as part of the escalation.

She also highlighted that the issue goes beyond Iran’s nuclear programme. "The problem doesn’t isn’t just the nuclear programme but is the comprehensive missile programme that is a danger to region as well," she added.

UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, said the UAE has strategic reserves of basic good sufficient to cover between 4-6 months of needs and urged shoppers to buy responsibly and avoid stockpiling. The country also has a diversified network of international suppliers and carefully planned distribution across the country to secure the supply chain.

He said the markets continue to be closely monitored to ensure price stability, adding that 672 monitoring measures and 420 inspection visits were carried out across stores. He urged supermarkets to uphold their social responsibility to protect consumers, with shoppers urged to report price hikes by calling 8001222. 

On tourism, Al Marri highlighted the sector’s resilience, noting that the UAE authorities are working closely with hotels and tourism partners to ensure the safety of visitors in the country.

He added that airlines continue to operate under strict safety regulations, with a phased return to normal airport operations underway. Since March 1, around 17,498 travellers have been transported on 60 flights as part of the first stage, with a target capacity of 27,000 passengers per day.

Al Marri said the UAE has coordinated with neighbouring countries to establish safe air corridors, currently facilitating up to 48 flights per hour, with numbers set to increase in line with approved procedures.

The government is covering all expenses for passengers affected by the disruptions, providing full logistical support, accommodation and assistance, with individual safety remaining the top priority. 

Saif Al Dhaheri from NCEMA said remote learning and working schedule was introduced for schools and private sector as a precautionary measure. 

Brigadier Abdulaziz Al-Ahmad, official spokesman for the Ministry of Interior, said they have deployed more than 3,200 specialised vehicles, over 4,100 traffic and security patrols, as well as fully equipped armed response units to monitor and ensure public safety.

The public is urged to rely on official sources and avoid spreading rumours.