Update 2026-03-16 (3): The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence reported that the United Arab Emirates air defence systems were actively intercepting missiles and drones launched from Iran on Monday (16 March).
Update 2026-03-16 (2): Flight operations were temporarily suspended on Monday (16 March) at Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, following the fire caused by an impact on a fuel tank near the airport. The fire was contained and no injuries were reported.
Update 2026-03-16 (1): A fire was reported on Monday (16 March) following a drone-related incident in the vicinity of the Dubai International Airport in Dubai.