In a significant escalation of hostilities, Iranian missile and drone strikes have targeted Dubai, Doha, and Manama, marking an unprecedented assault on the Gulf region. Reports indicate that a second wave of explosions was heard in Dubai on March 1, 2026, following earlier blasts that had already caused substantial damage to key infrastructure, including Dubai International Airport and Jebel Ali Port. Thick black smoke was observed over Doha, and explosions were reported across the Bahraini capital Manama, as the Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility for these retaliatory attacks, stating they have 'internationalized the battlefield.' The strikes have resulted in severe damage and casualties, with the UAE confirming that one Asian national was killed and several others injured from falling debris during the initial attacks near Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi.
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Iranian Missile Strikes Target Dubai, Doha, Manama Causing Casualties
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Iranian missile and drone strikes hit Dubai, Doha, and Manama, causing severe damage and casualties. The UAE vows to respond, raising fears of escalating conflict and impacting regional stability.
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